Purpose and responsibilities of the post

We are seeking an exceptional individual to lead, in this instance, the second phase of the DARE-UK programme. As well as the key role of furthering support for the development of a national federated digital infrastructure, and, working with Trusted Research Environments (TREs) across the UK, this role will deliver, as part of the Phase 2 Programme three key work programmes:

• Transformational Programmes: Building new capabilities to support sensitive data research across the UK, supporting the testing and adoption of these capabilities, and demonstrating real-world scientific impact using these capabilities. These capabilities include support for federated projects, AI training, standardisation and interoperability. 

• Next-Generation Proof of Concepts: Developing prototypes of next-generation capabilities needed to enable future innovative sensitive data research. 

• Community Building, Engagement and Standards: Supporting a vibrant community of researchers, information governance professionals, computer scientists, technologists, public involvement and engagement practitioners, and software engineers. Through collaboration, the programme will promote information sharing and consensus building around common standards and good practice. 

The DARE UK programme will also continue to be underpinned by public involvement and engagement (PIE) across all work programmes.  

The Programme Director will lead a core team and report to the DARE UK Programme Board. They will be supported in their role by HDR UK and ADR UK, including respective partner organisations, to access wider expertise that can inform sustainability planning for continued investment and progress in this critical national research infrastructure domain.

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