Latest Protein Engineer Jobs

Machine Learning Scientist

This role involves designing and prototyping generative machine learning models for protein design, with a focus on real-world biological functionality. The scientist will build scalable data pipelines, optimize model performance, and collaborate closely with biologists to test predictions in wet lab environments. A strong research background and passion for interdisciplinary innovation are essential.

Latent Labs London, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Member of Technical Staff

Design and develop novel generative machine learning models for protein design, integrating with wet lab experiments to validate performance in real-world biological contexts. Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams of researchers, engineers, and biologists while maintaining robust, scalable code and infrastructure. Focus on rapid prototyping, model optimization, and continuous learning from experimental feedback to advance synthetic biology.

Latent Labs London, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

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

Contract

Cell biologist

This role involves providing technical applications support and driving sales for cell biology and recombinant protein products used in academic and industrial research. The individual will troubleshoot customer issues, recommend solutions, and proactively develop new commercial opportunities through direct engagement. It's a hybrid technical-commercial position within a small, collaborative UK-based life sciences SME, requiring regular customer interaction via phone and email, as well as occasional travel to events.

Taylorollinson Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Clinical Trial Case Manager

Manages clinical trial case management activities, ensuring compliance with international and national regulations including GxP and pharmacovigilance standards. Oversees safety reporting, vendor performance, and case processing for serious adverse events, while acting as a key liaison for inspections and audits. Provides training, supports database enhancements, and ensures accurate coding and consistency in safety data analysis.

CSL

Director, Search & Evaluation Early TA Lead (CVR)

Leads strategic sourcing and evaluation of early-stage (preclinical to Phase 1) external innovation opportunities in the Cardiovascular/Renal therapeutic area. Drives due diligence, shapes partnering strategies, and collaborates with Business Development to execute transactions. Embedded in the Therapeutic Area Leadership Team to align external innovation with portfolio planning.

CSL

Marie Curie AI for Proteomics PhD Position (Lilley Group) - (Fixed Term)

This PhD position involves developing AI tools for subcellular proteomics data analysis, focusing on statistical and probabilistic modelling of complex biological datasets like mass spectrometry and imaging. The role requires building and extending computational pipelines, with a particular interest in Bayesian inference and hierarchical data structures. Work is conducted within a pan-European research network in collaboration with Oxford.

University of Cambridge Cambridge, South East England, United Kingdom

Contract

(Fixed Term) Scientist, Immunogenicity, Bioanalytical and Molecular Assays

This role involves designing and executing bioanalytical and immunogenicity strategies to support mRNA-based therapeutic development. The scientist will lead assay development for clinical programmes using platforms like ELISA, MSD, and cell-based methods, ensuring regulatory compliance and robust data generation. The position emphasizes collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and integration of digital tools and AI to advance Moderna's pipeline.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

On-site Contract

(Fixed Term) Scientist, Immunogenicity, Bioanalytical and Molecular Assays

This role involves designing and executing bioanalytical and immunogenicity strategies to support mRNA-based clinical development programmes. The scientist will lead assay development—including ADA, nAb, PK, and PD assays—using platforms like ELISA, MSD, and cell culture, while ensuring regulatory compliance and contributing to Moderna's expanding capabilities in Harwell. The position emphasizes collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and integration of digital and AI-enabled tools to enhance data interpretation and decision-making.

Moderna

On-site

Head of Computational-Aided Drug Discovery

Leads a computational chemistry and data science team embedded in multidisciplinary drug discovery projects, applying AI, machine learning, and structure-based methods to drive hit identification and lead optimisation. Directs scientific strategy, develops workflows, and contributes hands-on to project teams using biophysical and structural data. Focuses on integrating modern computational techniques with experimental insights to advance pre-clinical candidates.

Pure Resourcing Solutions Great Abington, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £100,000 pa

Senior Product Development Scientist

Leads product development projects in the medical devices sector, focusing on assay development, optimisation, and lifecycle management within regulated environments. Responsible for designing and executing studies, analysing complex data, ensuring regulatory compliance, and mentoring junior scientists. Works in a collaborative, innovation-driven team with a strong emphasis on quality, documentation, and continuous improvement in laboratory settings.

STEM Recruitment Queen Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom