LifeArc

LifeArc is a UK registered and self-funding charity, with a 25-year legacy of collaborating with scientists on diagnostics and therapeutics focused on improving the lives of patients through medical innovation. As a self- funded charity, LifeArc can reinvest any income generated into furthering medical research. LifeArc drives medical innovation through its own translational research and works with a range of partners from industry, charities, universities, research organisations and others involved in improving lives for patients. The charity is undergoing a transformative change following the $1.3bn monetisation of a royalty interest from LifeArc’s work some years ago. The resources generated from this work has given LifeArc a tremendous opportunity to significantly enhance its own research activities aimed at advancing promising science into new health interventions for patients.

LifeArc is governed by a Board of Trustees who offer expertise in biomedical sciences, biotech and pharma, finance, law and medicine. The board governs our functions within our constitution and the achievement of our charitable objects. LifeArc is now looking to appoint a Chair to lead the Board through this transformative period of change for the charity. The Chair will develop a strong partnership with our Chief Executive and the rest of the senior leadership team and ensure the Board provides constructive challenge and direction.

Candidates will bring leadership experience from across the breadth of the biomedical sector. Prior experience of operating at board level will be essential as will the ability to think strategically and ensure best practice when it comes to governance. A passion for and commitment to the mission of LifeArc and what it is trying to achieve will be essential. The time commitment for this role is envisaged to be around two days per month and the role is pro bono. This role represents the opportunity to be a part of a charity that is transforming medical innovation and having an impact on the lives of patients.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to LifeArc on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference VAAQAD. Alternatively, telephone +44 (0)20 7227 0880 (during office hours). Applications should be received by noon on Wednesday 24 November 2021.