• Build and strengthen partnerships within NHS Lothian, Scottish academia, and private sector life sciences firms.
• Lead and submit funding applications, securing internal and external investment to support innovation projects.
• Guide SMEs through NHS collaboration, including commercial and regulatory pathways, helping them apply NHS research & development funding frameworks.
• Identify transformative health innovation opportunities, conducting scoping, feasibility studies, and business modelling where needed.
• Act as a spokesperson for HISES at stakeholder events, conferences, and policy workshops.

Essential Requirements

To excel in this role, you should demonstrate:

• Significant experience in business development, innovation management, or R&D in a healthcare or life sciences context.
• **Em,new relevance-ciation. Sp-e.a.e.r.al-l Regulations, NHS contracts.
• A track record of securing funding, securing high-value partnerships, or advocating for innovation projects.
• In-depth knowledge of the healthcare or life sciences sector, including science, technology, and commercialisation.
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills—being able to connect with researchers, SMEs, policymakers, and clinicians alike.
• Strong analytical and project management capabilities, with experience navigating complex multi-partner initiatives.
• Excellent written communication to draft compelling reports, proposals, and funding applications.
• Understanding of public sector grants, sp نم ص, and commercial innovation support programs(e.g., Scottish Life Sciences Fund.

Bonus Attributes

Becoming a pivotal member of HISES’ team would also benefit from:

• Experience working with innovation accelerator programs, such as the NHS/NIHR interactions.
• Familiarity with UK-based research funding bodies, including UKRI, Networks, Informal Investigational Tools Programmes.
• A network of contacts in Scottish health and innovation hubs.
• Knowledge of intellectual property (IP) frameworks in biomedical and healthcare contexts.

Why Join HISES?

• Work on large-scale, meaningful healthcare transformations that improve lives across Scotland.
• Be part of a dynamic, regional innovation network supporting SME growth and NHS innovation adoption.
• Engage directly with elite scientists, clinicians, entrepreneurs, and policy leaders to drive system-wide change.

Contact Information

For informal enquiries, please contact: Samantha Smith-Garrett, Senior Innovation Programme Manager 📧 samantha.smith-garrett@nhs.scot

Jobs in the United Kingdom

To work in the UK, you must have:

• Permission to work in the country (see UK Visas and Immigration for further guidance).

NHS Scotland complies with legal requirements for right-to-work checks. Additional details on the process can be found in the vacancy’s further information.

Important Notice

Applications are anticipated to be high, and this website may close early once sufficient applications are received. To secure your place, please apply promptly.

Diversity & Inclusion

NHS Lothian is dedicated to breaking down barriers and building a truly representative workforce. We are fully committed to reasonable adjustments for all candidates, including those with disabilities, long-term conditions, or neurodivergent traits. Join us in creating a fair and inclusive environment.

Commitment

NHS Scotland upholds equality, diversity, and fairness. Showcase your authentic skills in your application—we value your unique perspective.

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