Latest Genomics Scientist Jobs

Senior Research Scientist

This role involves pioneering research at the intersection of mathematics, machine learning, and biology, focusing on developing novel theoretical frameworks for large-scale foundation models trained on unique metagenomic data. The scientist will lead independent research directions, publish at top venues, and translate mathematical insights into AI models that generate novel biological sequences. The position emphasizes first-principles thinking, collaboration, and real-world impact in therapeutic discovery.

Basecamp Research London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Associate Director, Computational Biology – Early Discovery

Lead a team of computational biologists to identify and validate novel oncology targets using integrated phenomics, transcriptomics, genomics, and proteomics data. Develop and scale methods for target discovery in oncology and immunological diseases, collaborating closely with biologists, data scientists, and engineers. Drive data strategy and present findings to stakeholders to advance drug discovery programs.

Recursion United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Bioinformatician

This role involves developing and implementing bioinformatics algorithms to analyse genomic and transcriptomic data from complex plant genomes. The bioinformatician will translate biological research questions into computational analyses, apply machine learning to predict phenotypic outcomes, and collaborate closely with engineering and research teams to integrate tools into scalable pipelines. The position is embedded within a multidisciplinary plant science institute focused on global food security and sustainability.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Bioinformatician - Pathogen

This role involves developing and refining bioinformatics workflows to analyse whole genome and metagenomic sequencing data for infectious disease diagnostics. The bioinformatician will work closely with wet lab scientists to interpret complex datasets, focusing on taxonomic classification, antimicrobial resistance prediction, and strain characterisation. The position supports a translational research initiative aiming to deploy scalable diagnostic tools globally.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Research Associate, Bioanalytical & Molecular Assays

This role involves developing, qualifying, and validating molecular bioanalytical assays—such as qPCR, ddPCR, and RT-qPCR—to support clinical pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic studies within a GCLp-compliant environment. The scientist will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure robust data generation, maintain regulatory compliance, and integrate emerging digital and automation technologies into workflows. A strong focus on reagent management, assay documentation, and continuous process improvement is central to the position.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Research Associate, Bioanalytical & Molecular Assays

This role involves developing, optimizing, and validating molecular bioanalytical assays—such as qPCR, ddPCR, and RNA isolation—to support mRNA-based clinical programs. The scientist will work within GCL0-compliant (GCLP) frameworks to generate pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic data, ensuring regulatory compliance and data integrity. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and adoption of digital tools and automation are key to advancing clinical trial execution and analytical processes.

Moderna

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Research Engineer

This role involves building and optimizing the machine learning systems that power frontier AI research in life sciences, focusing on distributed training, GPU acceleration, and scalable experiment infrastructure. The engineer will work deeply within the research team to enable rapid iteration on novel biological models using unique, large-scale datasets. The position emphasizes system reliability, performance optimization, and direct impact on scientific discovery through close collaboration with researchers and engineers.

Basecamp Research London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Principal Scientist

This role involves leading and delivering high-impact biomarker and mechanism-of-action research to support clinical translation. Responsibilities include developing computational pipelines, interpreting complex datasets, and mentoring junior scientists. The position offers strong growth potential and the chance to shape scientific direction.

GSK

Assistant Professor in Plant Functional Genomics

The role involves teaching and conducting research in plant functional genomics, focusing on molecular responses to abiotic stress, epigenetic changes, and plant resilience to climate change. The successful candidate will have expertise in -omics techniques, bioinformatics, and plant model organisms like Arabidopsis.

Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin Dublin - Ireland, Republic Of Ireland, United Kingdom €43 – €103 pa

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PhD Studentship - How Pathogens Emerge: Integrating Large Language Models with Comparative Genomics to Uncover the Zoonotic Potential of Bacteria

This PhD studentship involves integrating AI large language models with comparative genomics to predict the zoonotic potential of bacteria. The project aims to identify molecular signatures of host switches and develop tools for pathogen surveillance, offering training in bioinformatics, data science, and microbiology.

University of Exeter Cornwall, Penryn, South West England, United Kingdom £21 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 QHSE

The Head of QHSE will provide strategic leadership in quality, health, safety, and environmental management for the Wellcome Genome Campus. This role involves overseeing governance, compliance, risk management, and business continuity during the campus's expansion, working closely with senior leaders and stakeholders to ensure safe and sustainable operations.

The Management Recruitment Group Hinxton, United Kingdom £100,000 – £120,000 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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Research Assistant in Microbial Genomics

This role involves managing and analysing a large collection of over 60,000 Neisseria gonorrhoeae genomes to study antimicrobial resistance, vaccine antigen diversity, and pathogen evolution. The postholder will develop and apply bioinformatics workflows for genome annotation, conduct population genomic analyses, and contribute to research dissemination through publications and presentations. Work will be conducted within a multidisciplinary team at the University of Oxford, with opportunities to support teaching and mentoring activities.

University of Oxford Oxford, South East England, United Kingdom £35 – £41 pa

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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