Innovation Development Associate

The Opportunity

EI Grade 7

£ 39,234 - £48,136

Edinburgh Innovations (EI)

Full time, 35 Hours per week

Fixed Term (12 months)

1 position available

Join us at Edinburgh Innovation:
Innovation Development Associate

The Opportunity:

Are you a motivated, proactive individual with a passion for translating groundbreaking research into real-world impact? Edinburgh Innovations is excited to welcome an Innovation Development Associate to our dynamic team within the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine at the University of Edinburgh. The role will primarily be based at the University of Edinburgh’s East Bush Campus supporting the Roslin Institute.

This role offers a unique change to work with leading-edge research and facilitate its translation to impact and commercialisation.

As a key part in our Innovation Development team, you’ll contribute to delivery of the College’s strategy for knowledge exchange and commercialisation (KEC) focussing on industrial engagement and translational awards. You’ll identify synergies between industry needs and academic expertise, driving robust proposals from start to finish. Your work will form a pivotal part of lasting relationships with both companies and academics.

• Educational background: graduate level (minimum) in life science
• Experience: evidence of interest or track record in knowledge exchange, industry experience
• Collaborative spirit: Excellent at working with cross-functional teams and managing client relationships
• IP Knowledge: Strong understanding of the principles of intellectual property protection and exploitation
• Proactive nature: ability to work independently, energetically, flexibly and with a can-do attitude

• Dynamic environment: Enjoy an exciting, rewarding and creative workplace
• Reward package: Competitive salary, annual bonus (performance related) and generous leave entitlement (40 days combined annual leave and public holidays)
• Comprehensive benefits: Includes a robust pension scheme, family-friendly initiatives
• Career growth: we support your professional development and celebrate success

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Submit your CV along with a tailored supporting statement. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Contact:
Jenny Cameron for informal enquiries at

The role is funded through the Roslin Institute Supplementary KEC Funding award and is initially offered on a 12 month fixed term basis with potential to extend for a further 12 months.

This role is an in-person role and will involve attendance during business hours at East Bush Campus and University locations.

Proof of right to work in the UK is required at interview and as part of the application process.

At Edinburgh Innovations, we help commercial organisations to build innovative ideas using the right technologies, expertise and facilities at the University. For students and staff, we lead the University’s innovation development activities through industry engagement and translational research, enterprise support and the identification, management and commercialisation of University intellectual property. We seek opportunities, we build partnerships for mutual benefit, we make the journey easy, and we add value at every stage.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on the week commencing 23rd of February 2026.