Jobs in Leeds

Lead Genomic Data Scientist - Cancer (we have office locations in Cambridge, Leeds & London)

Leads cancer genome analysis and interpretation projects within a research environment, providing technical and scientific leadership. Manages a high-performing team and drives end-to-end genomic analysis, from design to delivery, in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Focuses on improving best practices in genome analysis and benchmarking tools for whole genome data processing.

Genomics England Canary Wharf, London, E14 5AB, United Kingdom £71,000 – £100,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Embedded Software Engineer

This role involves designing and maintaining embedded C/C++ firmware for medical and mechatronic devices, taking full ownership of the software lifecycle, and establishing internal processes such as version control and documentation standards. The engineer will work hands-on with hardware teams, debug using test equipment, and lead the transition of firmware development from external contractors to in-house. It’s a rare opportunity to shape software engineering practices from the ground up within a small, mission-driven team focused on life-changing technology.

YT Technologies Belle Isle, West Yorkshire, WF1 5PS, United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Head, PV and Regulatory QA

This role leads the global quality and compliance function for pharmacovigilance (PV) systems, ensuring adherence to international regulations and internal standards across clinical safety, regulatory affairs, and medical affairs. The position combines strategic oversight with hands-on operational leadership, including audit strategy, inspection readiness, deviation and CAPA management, and cross-functional GxP guidance. It requires deep technical expertise in PV processes and strong leadership to drive quality across global teams and third-party vendors.

CSL

Head, PV and Regulatory QA

Leads global pharmacovigilance and regulatory quality assurance, ensuring compliance with GVP, ICH, and regulatory standards across clinical safety, medical affairs, and regulatory affairs. Designs audit strategies, manages inspections, and oversees deviation management, CAPA, and change control systems. Provides cross-functional GxP expertise and drives continuous improvement in PV quality systems.

CSL

Director, Resilience Lifecycle & Supply Chain Operations

Leads end-to-end product lifecycle management and supply chain operations across the UK, Canada, and Australia, aligning global strategies with local execution. Focuses on launch planning, supply chain resilience, cross-market coordination, and operational governance. Drives standardization, crisis preparedness, and continuous improvement through cross-functional leadership and digital transformation initiatives.

Moderna United States US$167,000 – US$300,700 pa

Director, Resilience Lifecycle & Supply Chain Operations

Leads end-to-end product lifecycle management, launch planning, and supply chain operations across the UK, Canada, and Australia, ensuring alignment between global strategy and local execution. Establishes governance, performance standards, and escalation frameworks while driving operational resilience, compliance, and cross-market collaboration. Focuses on S&OP, business continuity, crisis preparedness, and digital transformation through analytics and automation.

Moderna

Precision Medicine Director

The role involves leading the development and execution of precision medicine strategies within global clinical programs, focusing on biomarker and diagnostic initiatives for patient selection and regulatory support. It requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams and external partners, ensuring compliance with medical device regulations and high-quality scientific delivery. The position is embedded in the Neuroscience disease area, emphasizing strategic input into clinical trial design and regulatory submissions.

Novartis London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Precision Medicine Director

The Precision Medicine Director leads the development and execution of biomarker and diagnostic strategies within global clinical programs, focusing on patient selection and regulatory-aligned trial design. This role acts as a scientific expert, guiding cross-functional teams in neuroscience-focused initiatives and ensuring compliance with medical device regulations. The position emphasizes strategic leadership in precision medicine, with strong collaboration across clinical development, diagnostics, and external research partners.

Novartis Ardross, Alba / Scotland, IV17 0YF, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Sterility Assurance Senior Expert

This role involves leading sterility assurance projects and overseeing facility compliance with regulatory standards in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The individual will drive contamination control strategies, ensure adherence to cGMP and industry regulations, and act as the primary point of contact during audits. Collaboration with operations and quality teams is essential to integrate sterility assurance into manufacturing processes and support continuous improvement.

GSK Barnard Castle, United Kingdom

Senior Medical Director Early Clinical Respiratory

This role involves leading early-phase clinical development in respiratory therapeutics, designing and overseeing Phase 1 and 2a trials, and translating scientific innovation into clinical proof-of-concept. The individual will act as a medical expert, shaping clinical strategies, guiding regulatory interactions, and mentoring teams within a global, collaborative environment. Emphasis is placed on biomarker use, translational research, and engagement with external scientific leaders.

AstraZeneca Cambridge, United Kingdom

Director, Regulatory Affairs

Lead global regulatory strategy and execution for drug development programs, ensuring compliance across jurisdictions including the US, EU, and UK. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prepare and manage regulatory submissions such as INDs, NDAs, and orphan drug designations. Provide strategic guidance on regulatory risks and lifecycle management, while engaging with health authorities and shaping regulatory science in the context of AI-driven drug discovery.

Recursion North Tyneside, NE29 8EP, United Kingdom £207,500 – £280,720 pa

Remote Permanent

Audit Lead

Lead and develop GMP/GDP audit strategy for a key technology area such as sterile biologics or medical devices, ensuring compliance with global regulations and emerging trends. Conduct complex audits across Pfizer facilities, contract manufacturers, and suppliers, while coaching auditors and driving continuous improvement in quality systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess risks, resolve findings, and prepare for regulatory inspections.

Pfizer London, SW7 2AP, United Kingdom £162,900 – £271,500 pa

Remote Permanent

Director, Pharmacovigilance

Leads global pharmacovigilance and safety strategy for gene therapy products, overseeing signal management, risk assessment, and benefit-risk profiling across investigational and marketed phases. Provides medical oversight for clinical trials, including safety data review, SAE evaluation, and regulatory submissions. Collaborates cross-functionally to ensure compliance with global safety regulations and supports health authority interactions on product safety matters.

Orchard Therapeutics London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Regulatory Scientist

Supports regulatory strategies for gene therapies, focusing on post-approval lifecycle management in EU/UK markets and expansion in ROW regions. Prepares and reviews submissions, manages labelling updates, and responds to regulatory queries. Monitors regulatory intelligence and contributes to SOPs and audit readiness.

Orchard Therapeutics London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Audit Lead

Lead and develop GMP/GDP audit strategy for sterile biologics, medical devices, or small molecule manufacturing, ensuring compliance with global regulations and Pfizer standards. Conduct complex audits across internal sites and external partners, coach auditors, and drive continuous improvement in quality systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess risks, resolve findings, and prepare for regulatory inspections.

Pfizer United States US$162,900 – US$271,500 pa

Remote Permanent