Latest Research Scientist Jobs

Research Scientist (Machine Learning), Lausanne

A Research Scientist in Machine Learning will develop novel AI models and algorithms to accelerate drug discovery, working in an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers. The role involves designing deep learning architectures, training models on biological and chemical data, and collaborating to solve complex problems in computational biology and chemistry.

Isomorphic Labs United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Research Scientist - Biologics Engineering - Protein Engineering and Novel Modalities - Novel Modalities R&I

This role involves designing and characterising innovative biologics, particularly multivalent and multi-specific formats and inhaled delivery. You will lead in silico design, integrate wet-lab data, and collaborate with ML scientists and experimentalists to translate digital concepts into validated molecules, accelerating the discovery pipeline.

AstraZeneca Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

ML Research Engineer, London

This role involves translating research concepts into practical AI implementations, optimizing models, and collaborating with scientists and engineers to advance drug discovery. You will work on state-of-the-art ML models, design experiments, and develop specialized tools to support the team's innovative projects.

Isomorphic Labs London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Director, Global Real-World Evidence & Health Outcomes Scientist, Oncology

This role involves planning, designing, and executing real-world evidence studies to support the commercial success and market positioning of GSK's oncology products. The Director will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the generation of high-quality, scientifically credible evidence that meets regulatory and payer requirements.

GSK

On-site Permanent

Director, Global Real-World Evidence & Health Outcomes Scientist, Oncology

This role involves planning and executing real-world evidence studies to support the commercial success of GSK's oncology products. The Director will work closely with medical and commercial teams to ensure that evidence is aligned with regulatory and payer requirements, and will be responsible for managing timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

GSK

On-site Permanent

Member of Technical Staff

This role involves developing and refining generative machine learning models to design functional proteins, with close integration between model development and real-world wet lab validation. The work is highly interdisciplinary, combining deep learning with synthetic biology, requiring rapid iteration based on experimental feedback. A strong emphasis is placed on robust, production-quality code, scalable data pipelines, and performance optimization across hardware and models.

Latent Labs London, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Member of Technical Staff, Applied AI

Member of Technical Staff, Applied AIThe opportunityWe are looking for a Member of Technical Staff with deep expertise in generative modelling to work at the interface between our frontier models and the customers who depend on them. You will join...

Latent Labs London, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Head of Early Discovery

Your work will change lives. Including your own.The impact You'll MakeThe Head of Early Discovery will lead strategic initiatives to accelerate drug discovery by leveraging cutting-edge technologies, data-driven decision-making, and innovative scientific approaches. This role is pivotal in shaping Recursion’s...

Recursion United Kingdom

Research Associate - Biology Automation

This role involves developing and running automated biochemical and cell-based assays to support drug discovery projects. You will work on a leading-edge automation platform, ensuring high-quality data and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive small molecule therapeutics development.

Recursion Crathes, Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Scientist in Translational Pathology, Oncology

This role involves working in a lab-based GCP environment, supporting translational pathology and biomarker programs. Responsibilities include maintaining quality standards, managing clinical and research specimens, performing laboratory assays, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure laboratory activities align with project needs.

AstraZeneca Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Junior Data Scientist - NLP/text mining

Your new companyYou'll be joining a global biopharmaceutical organisation supporting scientific information, intelligence, and data-driven decision-making across research and development as part of a highly experienced team with plenty of learning and training opportunities.The company has a highly collaborative environment...

Hays Life Sciences London, United Kingdom £175 – £275 pd

Laboratory Scientist - In-Vitro – Preclinical

This role involves supporting in-vitro and pre-clinical studies to generate scientific data for product safety assessment and regulatory submissions. The scientist will conduct biological assays, maintain lab operations, and contribute to data analysis within a multidisciplinary research environment. Work focuses on cell biology, toxicology, and pharmacology using cutting-edge methodologies.

Hudson Shribman United Kingdom £40,000 pa

On-site Contract

Production Scientist

This role involves hands-on development and optimisation of human stem cell-derived 3D culture models for drug discovery. The scientist will design and execute experiments, establish robust protocols, and contribute to platform validation and scientific strategy in a fast-paced startup environment. Emphasis is on quality, reproducibility, and collaborative innovation within a small, ambitious team.

Vero Hr Harehills, West Yorkshire, LS8 5JF, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Contract

Principal Food Scientist

Lead and design investigative research into how food processing methods affect product functionality, stability, and performance. Apply food chemistry and analytical techniques to generate actionable insights and support innovation across frying, roasting, baking, blending, and mixing processes. Work hands-on in a site-based environment to deliver scientifically robust studies and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

SRG Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Principal Scientist, Bioanalytical & Molecular Assays

This role involves leading the development and validation of advanced molecular assays such as RT-qPCR, dPCR, and NGS to support clinical biomarker strategies across Moderna’s therapeutic pipeline. The scientist will work hands-on in assay design, optimization, and data interpretation, ensuring compliance with GCLP standards while integrating genomics, bioinformatics, and clinical insights. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is key to translating molecular data into actionable decisions for drug development.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent