Job Opportunities within SSCN

The Scottish Stem Cell Network (SSCN) Ltd is a not-for-profit company set up in 2005 to bring together the Scottish stem cell community comprising academic researchers, clinicians, industry representatives, lawyers, ethicists, teachers, students and patient groups. Membership has grown rapidly to approximately 1000 inside four years which is testament to the widespread interest and expertise in stem cells across Scotland and also the success of SSCN Ltd in galvanising, informing, representing, publicising and providing valuable training opportunities to this community.

To date SSCN Ltd has been largely funded by Scottish Enterprise, Scotland’s main Enterprise, Innovation & Investment agency although the company has also recently been awarded supplemental funding from the European Regional Development Fund. Looking ahead, SSCN Ltd needs to expand operations in order to continue to provide an excellent service to its ever-increasing membership, whilst also maximising revenue through securing corporate sponsorship, event sponsorship and grant income. In order to take SSCN Ltd forward to its next stage of development, two key individuals are required:

Chief Executive Officer (Part-time) 2d/wk - to £80k (pro rata)

With a strong track record in business leadership, strategic planning and business plan implementation you will be responsible for the strategic direction, growth and development of SSCN Ltd., resulting in the successful transition from a predominantly grant-funded to a self-sustainable organisation.

You will have experience of both public and private sectors and good knowledge of Scottish life science activities and capabilities, ideally with regard to the issues and potential of stem cell research. An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, you will bring energy and enthusiasm to this role, representing SSCN Ltd and its members at high level in order to promote Scottish capabilities, protect Scottish interests and to facilitate and secure collaborations and inward investment.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will work with the dedicated team to deliver quality services to a diverse range of stakeholders, resulting in increased membership of the Network and an enhanced international recognition and reputation for excellence.

You must be willing to adopt flexible working and have a willingness to travel nationally & internationally as necessary. 

This job funded by the European Regional Development Fund.

Business Relationship Manager (Full-time) £25k + target-related bonus

As an experienced fundraiser and/or relationship manager, preferably for a public/not-for-profit organisation, you will be able to demonstrate a proven track record in securing funds whilst also establishing and maintaining relationships with sponsors, funding agencies and other stakeholders. With a working knowledge/interest in science and an awareness of issues/potential of stem cells, you will be able to identify new funding opportunities, making approaches to corporate contacts and coordinating pitches for new business sponsorship. In addition you will be able to research, identify, complete and submit grant applications to appropriate funding bodies.

You will have excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills and you will be able to work effectively as a member of a dedicated and cohesive team. You will also have the ability to work under pressure and a determination to achieve/surpass set targets.

You must be willing to adopt flexible working and have a willingness to travel.

Applications for both positions should include a full CV and a covering letter and should be sent electronically to info@talentscotland.com quoting SSCN-CEO or SSCN-BRM as appropriate, by midday Friday 23rd October 2009. Candidates selected for interview will be notified as soon as possible thereafter.