BBSRC Knowledge Exchange, Translation and Commercialisation College Member Vacancies
The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) is recruiting members to join its Knowledge Exchange, Translation and Commercialisation (KETC) College, a focused group of experts supporting bioscience innovation funding.
The College brings together individuals with significant experience in translating bioscience research into real-world impact. Members play a key role in assessing translational funding applications and contribute to evaluation activities across BBSRC’s translational research and broader innovation portfolios.
Applicants are expected to have a strong track record in bioscience innovation, knowledge exchange, translation, and commercialisation, along with expertise relevant to the biosciences. Direct experience in developing, applying, or commercialising research is essential.
Applications are welcomed from individuals such as:
- Bioscience researchers with translational experience
- Founders and senior team members of spin-out or start-up companies
- Technology transfer and knowledge exchange professionals managing bioscience portfolios
- Investors in life science ventures
- Individuals leading commercial development based on research
Relevant experience in the biosciences may include, but is not limited to:
- Translating research outputs into practical or commercial applications
- Leading or supporting the development of research-derived products or services
- Creating or supporting research-based spin-out or start-up companies
- Raising investment or contributing to investment decisions in life science or deep-tech ventures
- Managing intellectual property and technology transfer from research organisations
- Driving business development and commercial strategy linked to research-led innovation
- Working at the interface between research and its real-world application
Experience within the biosciences is essential. Particular interest is placed on individuals who can assess both scientific excellence and the strength of proposed pathways to impact.
Applications close on 30 April 2026.
For full information and to apply, please visit the UKRI website.