Academic ConnectInnovation Pathway Coordinator [Temporary Cover]
Innovation Pathway Coordinator [Temporary Cover]
This is an 8-month maternity cover position for the Innovation Pathway Coordinator at the Milner Therapeutics Institute (MTI). It is an exciting opportunity for an individual to play a key role in advancing neurotechnology innovation within the Cambridge NeuroWorks ARIA Activation Partnership.
The partnership comprises a consortium of organisations (Cambridge University Health Partners, several departments of the University of Cambridge, Babraham Research Campus, Cambridge & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge Network, and Vellos). The partners will provide creative talent with access to the expertise and resources needed to progress a new generation of neuro-technologies designed to treat conditions such as depression, dementia, chronic pain, epilepsy and injuries to the nervous system.
The role coordinates the delivery of the ideation (What If) programme within the broader Cambridge NeuroWorks activity. This involves developing and implementing the ideation (What If) programme and supporting the Blue Sky fellows and during their experimental exploration (Blue Sky) phase. The role also supports coordinating the transitions into the commercial translation at the Activation Phase (led by the Babraham Research Campus). Collaborating with other programme coordinators and managers the role holder ensures the What If programme aligns with the goals of the Cambridge NeuroWorks Activation Partnership and cutting-edge trends in neurotechnology.
The Milner Therapeutics Institute is a purpose-built research institute at the University of Cambridge, with an overarching vision to convert pioneering science into therapies by driving academic-industry partnerships. The MTI is breaking new ground in academic/industry interactions and demonstrates a world-leading model of start-up companies, academics and pharma working side by side at the bench. The MTI environment offers a unique opportunity to work at the interface of academia and industry, applying ground-breaking technologies to drug discovery and patient treatment.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in working in an entrepreneurial environment and initiating, developing, and maintaining stakeholder relationships. Will also be able to demonstrate knowledge of project coordination, ability to plan, execute and keep to deadlines
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Temporary cover: This post is fixed-term until 5 August 2026 or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.
Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.
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Informal enquiries can be directed to Christof Gaunt, Innovation Pathway Manager (Ideation) cmg65@cam.ac.uk
Please quote reference PR47703 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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Salary
£33,951-£39,906
Reference
PR47703
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Date published
27 October 2025
Closing date
10 November 2025
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