Biotechnology Jobs in London

The UK's biotech hub, home to a diverse ecosystem of startups, research institutions, and global pharmaceutical companies.

Open roles
224
Salary range
£23k – £516k
Hiring companies
41

London is a thriving centre for biotechnology, boasting a vibrant ecosystem of startups, research institutions, and global pharmaceutical companies. The city's unique blend of academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and a supportive business environment makes it an ideal location for biotech professionals. Whether you're working in genomics, bioinformatics, pharmaceutical R&D, or clinical research, London offers a wealth of opportunities and a collaborative atmosphere that fosters innovation and growth.

Salary on the board

£23k – £516k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 50 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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Junior
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Lead
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Director
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14 jobs
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Associate Director, Operations Excellence Supported Studies

This role focuses on strengthening the operational and digital foundations of GSK's Supported Studies, ensuring data integrity, system performance, and compliance. The individual will lead data governance, dashboard development, and system integration—particularly for platforms like Veeva and IdeaPoint—while acting as a bridge between business and technology teams to drive efficiency and compliance in clinical study delivery.

GSK London, United Kingdom US$154,275 – US$257,125 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Translational Medicine Expert – Dermatology, Associate Director

This role involves leading translational medicine strategies in dermatology, spanning early to late-stage drug development. The expert will drive clinical pharmacology, biomarker development, and regulatory strategies while collaborating across research, development, and external stakeholders. Key responsibilities include study design, safety oversight, and scientific leadership in global project teams.

Novartis London, United Kingdom £67,900 – £126,100 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Precision Medicine Director

The Precision Medicine Director leads biomarker and diagnostic strategy development for global clinical programs in neuroscience, ensuring alignment with regulatory and clinical objectives. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, designing patient selection approaches, and supporting regulatory submissions. The position operates at the intersection of clinical development, diagnostics, and precision medicine, with a strong focus on scientific rigor and compliance.

Novartis London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Laboratory Analyst

The Laboratory Analyst supports product testing and analysis within GMP-compliant laboratories at GSK’s Ware site, ensuring safe and effective oral and solid dose medicines are produced. The role involves sample preparation, analytical testing using methodologies like HPLC, and maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is key to maintaining supply and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

GSK East Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent
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Director, Medical Insights

The Director, Medical Insights role involves shaping and implementing processes to generate and apply high-quality medical insights across Pfizer. Key responsibilities include developing Medical Insights strategies, prioritizing use cases, translating complex data into actionable insights, and embedding these insights into core medical processes to support informed decision-making and strategic discussions.

Pfizer London, SW7 2AP, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Staff Platform Engineer, AI/ML Infrastructure

This role involves leading the technical strategy and architecture for AI/ML platform infrastructure, focusing on cloud platforms, CI/CD, observability, and security. The engineer will work closely with multiple teams to improve deployment reliability, scalability, and operational maturity of AI applications.

Pfizer London, SW7 2AP, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Data Management Specialist, London

As a Data Management Specialist, you will work closely with discovery project teams to integrate and curate high-quality experimental data, supporting the development of groundbreaking AI/ML models for drug discovery. Your role involves collaborating with internal and external teams to ensure data integrity and efficiency, contributing to the broader data team's efforts to build a robust data asset.

Isomorphic Labs London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent
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Data Curator, London

As a Data Curator at Isomorphic Labs, you will work closely with AI experts and drug discovery scientists to curate high-quality, ML-ready datasets. Your role involves integrating large-scale biomedical and biochemical data, enhancing data quality, and collaborating across teams to build and improve data assets that fuel the company's mission to accelerate drug discovery using AI.

Isomorphic Labs London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent
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The scene

Hiring in London

London's biotech sector is highly competitive, with a constant demand for skilled professionals. Companies ranging from early-stage startups to established pharmaceutical giants are actively hiring, offering a range of opportunities for those with a background in biological sciences.

The city's strong academic institutions, such as Imperial College London and University College London, provide a steady stream of talent and cutting-edge research. This ecosystem fosters a collaborative environment where innovation thrives, making London a prime location for biotech careers.

FAQs

Common questions

  • Common roles include research scientists, bioinformaticians, clinical researchers, and bioprocess engineers. The city also has a strong presence in genomics and pharmaceutical R&D.

  • Yes, London is home to numerous biotech startups, particularly in areas like gene therapy, protein engineering, and bioprocessing. These companies often collaborate with larger pharmaceutical firms and research institutions.

  • Work-life balance can vary, but many companies in London prioritise flexible working hours and remote options to support their employees' well-being. The city's vibrant cultural scene also offers plenty of activities outside of work.

  • London is the largest and most diverse biotech hub in the UK, with a higher concentration of research institutions, global companies, and funding opportunities. Other cities like Cambridge and Oxford also have strong biotech scenes but are generally smaller in scale.

  • Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the role, experience, and company size. For more detailed salary information, please refer to the salary section on this page.

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