Job Description

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Description

Chemicals are integral to our lives and bring major benefits to society. They are found in almost everything that we buy, use, eat and drink, and are a vital part of the manufacturing base, with more than 96% of all manufactured products in the UK containing inputs from the chemicals industry.




The

Chemistry & Industrial Biotechnology Team

are a team of technical experts helping the innovator community in two ways:

1. we use our deep sector expertise, knowledge and network to connect innovators in chemistry & industrial biotech. to funding and partners that exist today; and
2. we use that same knowledge, network and trusted position in the ecosystem to help inform where Government and industry should invest tomorrow and into the future.



Our mission in the

Chemistry & Industrial Biotechnology Team

is to accelerate innovation for a healthy and sustainable future growing the UK economy through the delivery of high-quality activities that leverage our team's deep-sector expertise and Innovate UK BC's unique cross-sector position.


We split our time across projects and activities that support these two broad Objectives:

Supporting the UK Sustainable Carbon Ambition for the UK Chemical Industry

: "The UK chemicals industry will double economic output and will source 80% of its carbon requirements from non-virgin fossil, sustainable carbon sources. This urgent once-in-a-generation opportunity will create hundreds of thousands of highly skilled, well-paid and productive jobs in regions of the UK most targeted for growth". Key technical thematic areas of focus include: The scale-up of new more efficient processes (e.g. batch to flow) and through the switch to sustainable non-virgin fossil feedstocks (biomass, recycled carbon or carbon dioxide). Supporting the scale-up and adoption of Engineering biology, Industrial Biotechnology and Digital Technologies as key enablers for this transition.

Accelerating Cross-Sector Diffusion & Adoption

: Scoping out new innovation opportunities and delivering activities in priority areas where our Chemistry & Industrial Biotech innovator community has the ability to make an impact on solving challenges in downstream sectors related to their transition to a Net Zero and Circular Future. Key technical thematic areas of focus include: Creating circular Critical Materials supply chains; Scaling supply chains around SAF, Batteries & Hydrogen.
We are seeking a Knowledge Transfer Manager (Grade 5) who can support the delivery of activities and projects that align to these technical thematic areas.###

Roles & Responsibilities

Responsible for the successful delivery of priority activities that align to the Business Plan, Team Goals and Objectives, working alongside colleagues at IUK BC, our partners at Innovate UK, and other key stakeholders deliver these activities on time and to a high standard. Lead/manage events and workshops to share knowledge, create new collaborations and outcomes across the innovation community. Deliver thought leadership outputs (e.g. articles, podcasts, videos) to help share knowledge around innovation challenges and opportunities. Keep track of KPIs and case studies that help to articulate the outcomes and impact of our activities. Stakeholder engagement including with business, research base and Government to gather new knowledge and insights into innovation challenge and opportunities. Use your knowledge and skills to support colleagues on delivery in other projects as needed.


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Experience & Skills

Essential Experience

A broad technical background in applied chemistry and/ or industrial biotechnology, or a related discipline (e.g. chemical engineering, sustainable processing). Experience working inside the chemicals industry or with the industry (e.g. as a consultant or with a Research and Training Organisation or industry association). Demonstrable experience of strategic stakeholder engagement/ management. Familiarity with the UK innovation ecosystem and a strong network across Gov, industry, research.

Desirable Experience

Demonstrable experience of working within a multi-stakeholder environment. Demonstrable experience of project management within a team.

Skills

Highly motivated, self-starting and results oriented individual. Team player with good relationship building skills; enjoys working in a collaborative manner in an open and diverse environment. Strong communicator with good written and verbal skills, able to translate complex topics for a broad audience. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with and understand the needs and capabilities with stakeholders across a range of technical and/or industrial disciplines. Knowledgeable about the challenges and opportunities in technical areas that align with the Team Objectives. High level of IT literacy and organisational skills.


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Benefits & how to apply

This role is Grade 5 - the salary will be 35,926 to 42,000 28 days annual leave plus 10.5 bank and public holidays Enhanced Pension Plan (up to 10% employer contribution) Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Wider Wallet employee benefits high street discounts scheme Opportunities for continuous professional development as part of our Talent & Development Programme
This advert will close on Sunday 24th August.


First stage interviews w/c 1st Sept.



Second stage interviews w/c 8th Sept.


Please apply by submitting a tailored cover letter outlining your suitability with specifics relating to the requirements of the role, and your CV outlining your experience.


Applicants must have the existing and ongoing right to work in the UK without restrictions as sponsorship for visas is not provided. Unfortunately, owing to the high number of applications received, we can only provide feedback to applicants selected for interview.



This role requires employees to

complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact the Recruitment Team by email to recruitment@iukbc.org.uk.


Innovate UK Business Connect strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where we can all be ourselves. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry: people of colour, LGBTQ+ community, women, disabled people, people of any age or family status. We know that diversity makes us stronger and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive, and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions.


We do not discriminate on the basis of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to removing barriers for individuals with conditions, illnesses or disabilities and we will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, and in their future role.


If you would like to request any reasonable adjustment, for any part of the recruitment process (including application), please let us know by emailing recruitment@iukbc.org.uk.###

About Innovate UK Business Connect

We connect ideas, people, and communities to drive innovation that changes lives.



Innovation is complex. The journey from idea to market is not straightforward and requires a diverse range of know-how, investment, market knowledge and research. Innovate UK Business Connect exists to connect innovators with new partners and new opportunities beyond their existing thinking - accelerating ambitious ideas into real-world solutions.



The future holds both challenges and opportunities. We are passionate about working with innovative businesses to overcome these challenges and shape the opportunities and solutions that follow.



Our vision is to create a network of innovators so powerful its ideas will change the world.



While business is at the heart of our work, our diverse connections span government, funders, research and the third sector. This unrivalled overview and connectivity enable us to be a trusted guide through a complex global landscape of research, development, and innovation.