Job Description

Salary: £44,000 - £55,000

Closing date:  Sunday, 25 October 2026 

Contract type: Permanent 

Interview dates: 1st stage (w/c 23/11) online/Remote; 2nd stage: face to face

The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships.  

We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health.  

These challenges need the bold science we support, but they won’t be solved by science alone.  

We are looking for a Research Manager to join the climate and health team, working on the health co-benefits health co-benefits of climate mitigation, with expertise in: land-use and GHGs and/or Health Impact Assessments (HIA); and experience of climate mitigation research and/or policies in LMICs. 

Where in Wellcome will I be working?  

You will be working in the Mitigation Team, within the Climate and Health Research Programme. The Mitigation Team supports the generation of robust, relevant health evidence in order to drive climate mitigation that benefits the health of both people and planet. We develop and fund transdisciplinary research that is co-produced by scientists, decision-makers and affected communities. We are passionate about advancing science in order to develop and enable climate and health solutions. We work in partnership with researchers, policy makers, financial and legal decision makers, fellow philanthropies and affected communities to maximise impact. This role will support a range of projects across our priority areas: sustainable and resilient food systems; the energy transition; and super pollutants. We welcome applicants with experience in relevant climate and health research, and in particular with expertise in: land-use and GHGs, and/or HIA; as well as LMIC experience.

What will I be doing?  

In this role, you will contribute to our Climate & Health strategy by working with the Mitigation Team to identify, develop and manage funding for a variety of research projects. You will convene, fund, and disseminate learning through activities such as funding calls, research commissions, and evidence scoping contracts. You’ll lead various initiatives across the mitigation portfolio, including supporting a cohort of LMIC research projects, supporting land-use aspects of our food systems and energy transitions work, and/or supporting integration of HIA within mitigation and health co-benefit work.

As a Research Manager, you will:  

• Deliver impactful work by providing technical expertise across activities such as expert consultations, funding decisions, and producing reports and reviews.
• Collaborate across Wellcome to share knowledge and insights from the Climate & Health portfolio, helping to shape solutions and strengthen organisational understanding.
• Build partnerships with stakeholders by maintaining active relationships with grant holders, monitoring research progress and culture, and promoting diversity and inclusion across funded projects.
• Engage with external experts through scoping interviews, workshops, and selecting and working with advisors to ensure high-quality input into Climate & Health decision-making.
• Manage strategic initiatives (in particular relating to: land-use, climate and health; and health co-benefits in an LMIC context), by leading projects, liaising with partners, and coordinating across teams to deliver outcomes aligned with Climate & Health’s goals.
• Champion inclusive practice and accountability by fostering a diverse and collaborative culture, managing risks and budgets responsibly, and ensuring compliance with Wellcome’s policies.

Is this job for me?   

If you bring research expertise from academia, industry, charity, or the funding sector, and thrive in mission-driven work characterised by collaboration, this role could be an excellent match. You’ll utilise your communication and organisational skills to manage projects, engage diverse stakeholders, and contribute to strategic initiatives that advance Climate & Health.

To apply for this role please submit an update CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. 

Minimum Criteria:  

• Able to demonstrate a breadth of research expertise and experience in areas relevant to Climate Mitigation (in particular: expertise at the nexus of land-use, climate and health, and/or HIA; as well as experience within LMIC contexts), through relevant work experience in academia, industry, funding agency, or charity settings.
• Experience/knowledge of universities, funders, and other relevant scientific and research organisations and communities.
• Ability to employ diverse approaches to effectively communicate complex information across varied settings and seniority levels.
• Well-developed writing skills, with the ability to synthesise information and convey key points clearly and concisely.
• Experience/knowledge of managing projects in an academic, charity, or industry setting.

Applications Questions:

• Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined in the job description? (Up to 500 words)
• Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. 

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Our Hybrid Way of Working  

We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best.  

At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office.    

Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do  

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome. We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at jobs@wellcome.org.  

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