Research Lead, Clinical Research

We are looking for a Research Lead, Clinical Research to join the Infectious Disease (ID) team. The successful candidate will take a leading role in advancing the clinical research workstream within the Infectious Disease Programme, from scoping and strategic planning through to delivery. They will help ensure clinical research activity aligns with and strengthens the team’s overall strategy, and will play a pivotal role in ensuring the Infectious Disease team delivers meaningful impact in communities with the highest burden of infectious disease.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading clinical research in LMIC settings, with a demonstrable track record of designing, delivering or overseeing clinical trials or research programmes
• Well-established scientific background, ideally supported by an advanced degree (such as MD, PhD, DrPH or a relevant MSc), with experience in infectious disease or global health research
• Expertise in clinical trial methodology and research governance, including trial design, ICH GCP, data integrity, participant safety and ethical review processes
• Ability to operate strategically within a research funding environment, with experience shaping research priorities, assessing scientific proposals, synthesising evidence and contributing to senior-level funding and impact decisions
• Effective collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build equitable partnerships across LMIC institutions, governments, academia and delivery partners, and to communicate clearly with both scientific and non-scientific audiences

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance