Research Leader/Senior Analyst – Biotechnology/Biosecurity – Emerging Technology
Rand Europe
RAND is a not-for-profit research institute with over 30 years of experience in conducting policy research for governments, international organisations, research councils, charitable foundations, and other organisations. We believe that good research helps shape sound answers to pressing societal challenges, ultimately making communities safer and more secure, healthier and more prosperous in the future. RAND Europe has approximately 170 staff across offices in Cambridge, Brussels, and the Netherlands. We work with and for public, private and third sector funders and collaborate frequently with universities and other research organisations.The Science and Emerging Technology (SET) research group at RAND Europe conducts a wide-ranging portfolio of policy research broadly covering three main areas:
We are looking for a Research Leader/Senior Research Analyst to join the SET Research Group and lead / support business development and project delivery for our portfolio of emerging technology policy with a particular focus on biotechnology/biosecurity.We are particularly looking for an individual with experience of winning and delivering projects for UK government / EU institution / philanthropic clients on technology policy issues relevant to biotechnology or its intersection with AI and other platform technologies.We are looking for an individual with a keen interest and understanding of technology development, the challenges and opportunities, associated policy issues, and future implications. The role holder will have experience of using mixed-methods research and engagement to explore these issues. You will be experienced at project coordination and leadership / management, supporting the delivery of projects working with a team of researchers, and have strong policy analysis skills.The role holder will also be accountable for working with senior colleagues in supporting and motivating the SET research group on a day-to-day basis, leading the development and growth of our technology policy research portfolio, managing groups of talented researchers, and publicising our work through a range of communications and outreach activities. You will be proactive in your approach to delivering projects, writing proposals, and multitasking, and committed to achieving impact through your work with other team members, in a collegiate environment. You will work closely with working on emerging biotechnology and co-leading the RAND Frontiers of Technology Hub.Key ResponsibilitiesResearch Leadership
Business development
Group and other responsibilities
Requirements
Personal qualities
This role will be based in RAND Europe’s Brussels or Netherlands office, in a hybrid working model with the option to work from home (minimum one day in the office per week, with some flexibility). There will also be some requirement to travel and spend brief periods away visiting clients on site – typically in London and Brussels though occasionally further afield.BenefitsPlease see our careers page for relevant benefits associated to each location
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Wed, 06 Nov 2024 23:11:55 GMT
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