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Investment Analyst (Life Sciences)
£45,000 - £58,000 plus benefits
Reports to:
Investment Principal
Directorate:
Research & Innovation
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full time 35 hours per week
Location:
Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office)
Closing date:
3rd February 2025 23:55
This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment.
Recruitment process:
1st stage screening call and then 2nd stage Teams interview and presentation task.
Interview date:
1st stage w/c 10th February; 2nd stage late w/c 17th February or w/c 24th February 2025.
Visa sponsorship:
Cancer Research UK can consider visa sponsorship for this vacancy. If this applies to you, please ensure that this is clearly marked on your application.
About Cancer Research Horizons
Cancer Research Horizons, Cancer Research UK's innovation engine, built to complement and realize the full potential of CRUK's network of exceptional researchers by helping advance, develop and commercialise innovative oncology research. We accelerate the translation of cutting-edge innovations into treatments, diagnostics and medical devices for patients around the world by bringing together the expertise, capabilities, and resources of CRUK and its academic network with that of industry partners and investors.
The Cancer Research Horizons Ventures team brings together the brightest minds, boldest ideas and best investment partners to build and secure investment for early-stage propositions and companies to fast-track scientific breakthroughs into patient benefit. Core to our ambition is a desire to stimulate spinout creation and growth across therapeutic, diagnostics, MedTech and AI/data-driven solutions.
Cancer Research Horizons has an established track record with start-ups, with a portfolio of 80 companies. Our portfolio companies have gone on to raised >£3BN in follow on funding with many having gone on to successful exit events. We have invested heavily to broaden and strengthen our offering to support budding entrepreneurs and early-stage companies including the launch of Cancer Research Horizons Seed Fund and an enhanced entrepreneurial programmes initiative which together, aim to inspire the next generation of scientific entrepreneurs by providing the necessary seed finance and the right advice and mentorship through our dedicated team and external networks to build a business.
The Role
As an Investment Analyst, you will interface broadly across the charity to identify, evaluate and develop new spin-out opportunities to the point that they are validated, investment ready, and established. You will be instrumental in the formation of Cancer Research Horizons' expanding spin-out and investment portfolio, evaluating investment opportunities and scientific ideas from within and beyond the CRUK network, supporting founders to develop strong commercial propositions around scientific concepts and securing seed funding (including through our Seed Fund).
This role offers an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to help drive forward Cancer Research Horizons' start-up strategy and activities, and to make a major impact on the translation and commercialisation of innovative early-stage oncology technologies.
What will I be doing? As an Investment Analyst you will:
Promote Cancer Research Horizons Ventures activities and the Seed Fund and support the identification of potential spin-out and investment opportunities through a variety of channels including attending presentations, conferences, industry events, and networking with entrepreneurs, academics and industry experts. Evaluate potential spin-out and investment opportunities, including undertaking scientific, technical, commercial and IP diligence. Work with founders, Cancer Research Horizons colleagues and external advisors to develop business and investment strategy to build strong investment cases for emerging new spin-out opportunities. Prepare investment cases and papers for the investment committee. Support the team develop relationships with a network of potential co-investors to build high-value investor syndicates. Working with internal teams, support negotiations of investment and shareholder-related legal documentation. Keep appraised of industry and institutional trends and developments to aid business judgment and support the development of the wider team. Conduct research into new trends and technologies to inform our spin-out and investment focus. What are you looking for? Strong scientific background to PhD (or equivalent experience) level in a life science, medical or healthcare discipline. Experience of technology commercialisation in one or more of therapeutic, MedTech, diagnostic or healthcare sectors. This experience may have been gained in industry, healthcare, technology transfer, academic or non-profit organisations. An understanding of the science-based spin-out space would be beneficial to this role but this is not a requirement. Broad knowledge and awareness of oncology drug/technology discovery and development and associated science. Ability to grasp and report varied new scientific and technical concepts quickly, and design, develop and critique sound business strategies based on scientific, commercial and financial analysis. Familiarity with patent and commercial databases. Strong organisational skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to establish credibility, and work effectively with key academic, industry and investor stakeholders, assertively influencing them and where appropriate showing tenacity and persistence in business development situations. What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.
You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page.
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.
For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us at recruitment@cancer.org.uk.
For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Our vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong, benefits from and participates in, the work we do. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.
We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore ask you to inform us of any concerns you have or any adjustments you might need to enable this to happen. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Investment Analyst (Life Sciences)
£45,000 - £58,000 plus benefits
Reports to:
Investment Principal
Directorate:
Research & Innovation
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full time 35 hours per week
Location:
Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office)
Closing date:
3rd February 2025 23:55
This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment.
Recruitment process:
1st stage screening call and then 2nd stage Teams interview and presentation task.
Interview date:
1st stage w/c 10th February; 2nd stage late w/c 17th February or w/c 24th February 2025.
Visa sponsorship:
Cancer Research UK can consider visa sponsorship for this vacancy. If this applies to you, please ensure that this is clearly marked on your application.
About Cancer Research Horizons
Cancer Research Horizons, Cancer Research UK's innovation engine, built to complement and realize the full potential of CRUK's network of exceptional researchers by helping advance, develop and commercialise innovative oncology research. We accelerate the translation of cutting-edge innovations into treatments, diagnostics and medical devices for patients around the world by bringing together the expertise, capabilities, and resources of CRUK and its academic network with that of industry partners and investors.
The Cancer Research Horizons Ventures team brings together the brightest minds, boldest ideas and best investment partners to build and secure investment for early-stage propositions and companies to fast-track scientific breakthroughs into patient benefit. Core to our ambition is a desire to stimulate spinout creation and growth across therapeutic, diagnostics, MedTech and AI/data-driven solutions.
Cancer Research Horizons has an established track record with start-ups, with a portfolio of 80 companies. Our portfolio companies have gone on to raised >£3BN in follow on funding with many having gone on to successful exit events. We have invested heavily to broaden and strengthen our offering to support budding entrepreneurs and early-stage companies including the launch of Cancer Research Horizons Seed Fund and an enhanced entrepreneurial programmes initiative which together, aim to inspire the next generation of scientific entrepreneurs by providing the necessary seed finance and the right advice and mentorship through our dedicated team and external networks to build a business.
The Role
As an Investment Analyst, you will interface broadly across the charity to identify, evaluate and develop new spin-out opportunities to the point that they are validated, investment ready, and established. You will be instrumental in the formation of Cancer Research Horizons' expanding spin-out and investment portfolio, evaluating investment opportunities and scientific ideas from within and beyond the CRUK network, supporting founders to develop strong commercial propositions around scientific concepts and securing seed funding (including through our Seed Fund).
This role offers an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to help drive forward Cancer Research Horizons' start-up strategy and activities, and to make a major impact on the translation and commercialisation of innovative early-stage oncology technologies.
What will I be doing? As an Investment Analyst you will:
Promote Cancer Research Horizons Ventures activities and the Seed Fund and support the identification of potential spin-out and investment opportunities through a variety of channels including attending presentations, conferences, industry events, and networking with entrepreneurs, academics and industry experts. Evaluate potential spin-out and investment opportunities, including undertaking scientific, technical, commercial and IP diligence. Work with founders, Cancer Research Horizons colleagues and external advisors to develop business and investment strategy to build strong investment cases for emerging new spin-out opportunities. Prepare investment cases and papers for the investment committee. Support the team develop relationships with a network of potential co-investors to build high-value investor syndicates. Working with internal teams, support negotiations of investment and shareholder-related legal documentation. Keep appraised of industry and institutional trends and developments to aid business judgment and support the development of the wider team. Conduct research into new trends and technologies to inform our spin-out and investment focus. What are you looking for? Strong scientific background to PhD (or equivalent experience) level in a life science, medical or healthcare discipline. Experience of technology commercialisation in one or more of therapeutic, MedTech, diagnostic or healthcare sectors. This experience may have been gained in industry, healthcare, technology transfer, academic or non-profit organisations. An understanding of the science-based spin-out space would be beneficial to this role but this is not a requirement. Broad knowledge and awareness of oncology drug/technology discovery and development and associated science. Ability to grasp and report varied new scientific and technical concepts quickly, and design, develop and critique sound business strategies based on scientific, commercial and financial analysis. Familiarity with patent and commercial databases. Strong organisational skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to establish credibility, and work effectively with key academic, industry and investor stakeholders, assertively influencing them and where appropriate showing tenacity and persistence in business development situations. What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.
You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page.
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.
For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us at recruitment@cancer.org.uk.
For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Our vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong, benefits from and participates in, the work we do. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.
We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore ask you to inform us of any concerns you have or any adjustments you might need to enable this to happen. #J-18808-Ljbffr
