Latest Human Resource Consulting Jobs

Analytical and Synthetic Chemistry (Multiple Roles) Industrial Placement, 2027

This 12-month industrial placement offers hands-on experience in either Analytical or Synthetic Chemistry within GSK’s R&D environment in Stevenage. In the Analytical role, you’ll use techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR in a GMP setting to support medicine development. The Synthetic Chemistry role involves designing and running experiments to create new compounds, working alongside experienced scientists in a multidisciplinary team. Both roles emphasize technical skill development, project ownership, and real-world impact in drug discovery.

GSK Stevenage, United Kingdom

Director, Oncology Translational Medicine

Lead the development and execution of biomarker and translational medicine strategies for late-stage oncology programs, integrating cutting-edge technologies to inform clinical decision-making and patient stratification. Collaborate across cross-functional teams to align biomarker strategies with clinical development and regulatory goals. Drive innovation through translational research and real-world data integration to support drug development and life cycle management.

GSK Canterbury, United Kingdom £189,750 – £316,250 pa

Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Image Analyst - UK Human Functional Genomics Initiative)

The role involves analysing imaging datasets to support functional genomics research, developing and applying new methods, and collaborating with leading scientists across the UK. You will contribute to a national effort to understand how genetic variation drives human physiology and disease.

University of Exeter Exeter, South West England, United Kingdom £43 – £53 pa

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Bioinformatics Engineer, London

You will build and maintain a high-fidelity biological data layer by developing large-scale, production-grade bioinformatics pipelines that transform raw data (e.g., FASTQ, BAM) into standardized, version-controlled datasets for machine learning. You'll harmonize public and internal biological data sources, collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams, and ensure robust data integration to accelerate AI-driven drug discovery. Your work will directly enable faster, more accurate model training across genomics, proteomics, and functional genomics modalities.

Isomorphic Labs London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Head of Medicinal Chemistry, Drug Design, London

Lead and strategically guide a team of 25 medicinal chemists in redefining drug discovery through deep integration with AI and machine learning. Shape the scientific direction of projects from hit identification to candidate nomination, while fostering collaboration across computational design, biology, and pre-clinical development teams. Drive innovation by challenging traditional paradigms and embedding an AI-first culture across the chemistry function.

Isomorphic Labs London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Executive Director, Asset Team Lead

The Executive Director, Asset Team Lead, will drive the strategic positioning of clinical assets in oncology and immunology, leveraging Recursion's proprietary OS and ClinTech insights. This role involves cross-functional collaboration to ensure the advancement of transformative medicines, with a focus on competitive positioning and patient benefit.

Recursion United Kingdom

Research Fellow in Microbial Evolutionary Genomics

This role involves leading computational evolutionary genomic analyses to study the spread of antimicrobial resistance in *Streptococcus suis* using large-scale genomic datasets spanning multiple countries and decades. The researcher will investigate how AMR genes are transferred between bacterial lineages, integrating genomics with evolutionary biology and quantitative methods. The position is part of a Wellcome-funded interdisciplinary programme at UCL focused on microbial evolution and public health.

UCL London, United Kingdom £43 – £54 pa

Permanent

Research Fellow in Within-Host Microbial Genomics

Conduct genomic analysis of commensal bacteria and antimicrobial resistance in pigs on commercial farms in Catalonia. Combine longitudinal sampling with deep sequencing to study within-host bacterial diversity, strain dynamics, and AMR gene transmission. Work across field, lab, and bioinformatics components in an interdisciplinary team investigating the impact of antimicrobial treatment on resistance spread.

UCL London, United Kingdom £43 – £54 pa

Permanent

Research Technician in Respiratory Virus and Vaccine Immunology

Process clinical samples and conduct immune assays for respiratory viruses including influenza, RSV, and coronaviruses within a translational research team. Work alongside post-doctoral scientists using techniques such as ELISA, neutralisation assays, ELISpot, flow cytometry, and virus culture to study human respiratory immunity and support vaccine development.

Imperial College London London, United Kingdom £42 – £47 pa

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Translational Medicine Expert – Gastroenterology, Associate Director

This role involves leading early-phase clinical development (Phase 1 and 2) of novel gastroenterology therapies, with a focus on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The Translational Medicine Expert will design clinical development plans, serve as medical lead for trials, and collaborate closely with research, biomarker, and late-phase development teams. The position requires strong scientific leadership, engagement with key opinion leaders, and active involvement in regulatory interactions.

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

Research Associate in Functional Genomics

This role involves establishing and running iPSC-derived kidney and ureteric bud organoid models, using CRISPR interference to perturb candidate cis-regulatory elements, and profiling the consequences using advanced techniques like single-nucleus multiomics and CUT&RUN. You will work collaboratively with bioinformaticians and clinicians to generate and test hypotheses, and have opportunities for advanced training and independent research.

Imperial College London London, United Kingdom £50 – £59 pa

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Postdoctoral Research Scientists - Materials & Devices for Life Sciences

This role involves advancing interdisciplinary research in materials and devices for life sciences, focusing on nanopore technologies, 3D tissue engineering, and device development for clinical diagnostics and therapeutics. The scientist will design experiments, refine emerging technologies, and contribute to high-impact publications in a collaborative, well-resourced environment. Work spans molecular sciences, nanotechnology, and bioengineering to create transformative biomedical tools.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Vice President, Medical Affairs

The Vice President, Medical Affairs, will lead the development and execution of integrated medical strategies for Recursion's clinical portfolio, focusing on areas like oncology, rare disease, and immunology. Key responsibilities include building evidence-generation plans, engaging with key opinion leaders, and ensuring compliance with medical and regulatory standards.

Recursion United Kingdom

Media and Glass Technician - Generative Biology Institute

This role involves preparing laboratory media, buffers, and agar plates while maintaining sterile glassware and consumables to support high-quality research at the Generative Biology Institute. The technician ensures consistent, contamination-free supplies using aseptic techniques and standard operating procedures, enabling scientists to focus on engineering biology breakthroughs. The position emphasizes precision, routine quality control, equipment operation, and collaboration within a dedicated support team in a state-of-the-art research environment.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

PhD Studentship: Investigating molecular mechanisms underlying resilience to dementia and age-related disorders: A multi-omic analysis of large human biobanks

This PhD studentship focuses on identifying molecular mechanisms that confer resilience to dementia and age-related disorders through multi-omic analysis of large human biobanks. The project sits at the intersection of genetics, epidemiology, and data science, involving the analysis of complex population datasets to uncover biological factors underlying cognitive health in high-risk individuals. The research aims to inform new strategies for dementia prevention and deepen understanding of healthy ageing.

University of Exeter Devon, Exeter, South West England, United Kingdom £21,805 pa

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