Jobs in Cambridge

Research Leader / Senior Scientist (Medicinal Drug Design), Cambridge, MA

Lead or contribute to drug discovery projects at the intersection of medicinal chemistry and AI, guiding programs from initiation to candidate selection. Collaborate closely with machine learning scientists to refine AI-driven drug design models and drive innovation in synthetic organic chemistry. Play a key role in shaping next-generation therapeutic development through strategic input, CRO management, and intellectual property generation.

Isomorphic Labs Cambridge, United Kingdom

Medical Director, Clinical Development (Oncology), Cambridge, MA

Leads clinical development strategy for oncology programs, translating AI-driven insights into actionable trial designs and serving as medical monitor. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to advance drug candidates from discovery through proof-of-concept, with responsibility for regulatory submissions and engagement with health authorities and key opinion leaders.

Isomorphic Labs England

Hybrid Permanent

Associate Director, Systems Medicine

This role involves developing and applying mechanistic systems pharmacology and toxicology (QSP/T) models to inform dose selection and clinical strategy across drug development phases. The individual will lead compound-specific modelling projects, integrate data from microphysiological systems, and use virtual populations to predict efficacy and safety. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and mentorship of junior modelers are key aspects of the position.

AstraZeneca Cambridge, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Consulting Engineer - Medical Device Development

This role involves acting as a technical advisor in early-stage business development for medical device innovation, bridging scientific expertise with commercial strategy. You'll engage with clients to understand their challenges, collaborate with engineers and scientists to develop technically sound proposals, and help convert ideas into market-ready solutions. The position supports cutting-edge projects such as implantable sensors, laser-based therapies, and non-invasive surgical technologies.

Newton Colmore Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Medical Director Clinical Development- Aging

This role involves leading clinical development strategies for aging-related research within GSK’s Respiratory, Immunology & Inflammation unit. The Medical Director will design and deliver translational and clinical plans, oversee study execution, and provide scientific leadership across cross-functional teams. The position emphasizes innovation in immune science and data-driven decision-making to advance novel medicines through the pipeline.

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

Medical Director Clinical Development- Respiratory

Leads clinical development for respiratory programs within GSK’s R&D pipeline, driving translational and clinical strategies from early to late stages. Provides medical oversight, designs studies, and collaborates across functions to deliver innovative medicines addressing immune-mediated respiratory diseases. Engages with regulators, investigators, and internal teams to advance asset development and shape future treatment paradigms.

GSK London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Mechanical Engineer - Programme Manager - Drug Delivery Devices

Mechanical Engineer - Programme Manager - Drug Delivery DevicesA period of significant growth has created an opportunity for a Programme Manager with a strong Mechanical Engineering background and deep, hands‑on experience in drug delivery device development. Based in Cambridge, you...

Newton Colmore Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Senior Scientist – Peptide discovery, Biologics Engineering

This role involves leading end-to-end peptide discovery campaigns using in vitro display technologies such as mRNA, phage, yeast, and ribosome display. The scientist will design and optimize diverse peptide libraries, apply NGS and AI-driven analysis for sequence prioritization, and develop automated workflows to accelerate discovery. Working in a multidisciplinary team, they will translate data into high-quality therapeutic candidates while advancing platform capabilities for biologics engineering.

AstraZeneca Cambridge, United Kingdom