Research Managers, Climate Mitigation and Health

Research Managers, Climate Mitigation and Health Co-benefits

Contract type: Permanent

Interview dates: 4, 5, and 6 February (Remote Interview)

Salary: £53,400

Closing date: Monday, 19 January 2026

The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health.

These challenges need the bold science we support, but they won't be solved by science alone.

We are looking for a Research Manager to join the climate and health team, working on the health co‑benefits of climate mitigation, with a particular focus on super pollutants.

Where in Wellcome will I be working?

You will be working in the Mitigation Team, within the Climate and Health Research Programme. The Mitigation Team supports the generation of robust, relevant health evidence to drive climate mitigation that benefits the health of both people and planet. We develop and fund transdisciplinary research that is co‑produced by scientists, decision‑makers and affected communities. We are passionate about advancing science to develop and enable climate and health solutions.

We work in partnership with researchers, policy makers, financial and legal decision makers, fellow philanthropies and affected communities to maximise impact. This role will focus on super pollutants, supporting the generation and use of cutting‑edge science on the climate and health impacts of methane, black carbon and ozone. We welcome applicants with experience in relevant climate and/or health research, and in particular with expertise in super pollutants (specifically methane, black carbon and ozone).

What will I be doing?

In this role, you will contribute to our Climate & Health strategy by working with the Mitigation Team to identify, develop and manage funding for a variety of research projects. You will convene, fund, and disseminate learning through activities such as funding calls, research commissions, and evidence scoping contracts. You'll lead various initiatives, including a range of super pollutant research projects and partnerships.

• Deliver impactful work by providing technical expertise across activities such as expert consultations, funding decisions, and producing reports and reviews.
• Collaborate across Wellcome to share knowledge and insights from the Climate & Health portfolio, helping to shape solutions and strengthen organisational understanding.
• Build partnerships with stakeholders by maintaining active relationships with grant holders, monitoring research progress and culture, and promoting diversity and inclusion across funded projects.
• Engage with external experts through scoping interviews, workshops, and selecting and working with advisors to ensure high‑quality input into Climate & Health decision‑making.
• Manage strategic initiatives, in particular our super pollutant work, by leading projects, liaising with partners, and coordinating across teams to deliver outcomes aligned with Climate & Health's goals.
• Champion inclusive practice and accountability by fostering a diverse and collaborative culture, managing risks and budgets responsibly, and ensuring compliance with Wellcome's policies.

Is this job for me?

If you bring research expertise from academia, industry, charity, or the funding sector, and thrive in mission‑driven work characterised by collaboration, this role could be an excellent match. You'll combine your technical expertise with your communication and organisational skills to manage projects, engage diverse stakeholders, and contribute to strategic initiatives that advance Climate & Health.

To apply for this role please submit an updated CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

• Able to demonstrate a breadth of research expertise and experience in areas relevant to Climate Mitigation and/or Health, in particular super…