Biotechnology Jobs

Ellison Institute of Technology · Oxford

Builds and leads a molecular biology and synthetic biology function within a plant science institute, setting technical strategy for high-throughput assays, sequencing-based readouts, CRISPR guide design and multiplex editing. Acts as a responsive core facility, coaching scientists on experimental design and integrating with bioinformatics, tissue culture and phenotyping teams. Combines deep technical direction with people leadership rather than routine bench work.

Ellison Institute of Technology · Oxford · £40,000 pa

Develops generative protein design models that capture enzyme dynamics and function, designing conformationally dynamic catalysts. Runs computational and statistical analyses, publishes findings, and collaborates with in vivo evolution teams across the institute. Also mentors PhD students and research assistants and pursues translational and IP opportunities.

CSL · Opfikon, Switzerland · US$212,000 – US$251,000 pa

Leads the full statistical contribution to a clinical development programme, defining statistical strategy for trial design, analysis and regulatory submissions, and representing Biostatistics in interactions with the FDA, EMA and PMDA. Also manages outsourcing to CROs and internal statistical programmers, and supports departmental improvement initiatives.

CSL · Maidenhead

Leads strategic sourcing and evaluation of external innovation opportunities in Haematology, identifying preclinical to Phase 1 assets and shaping early partnering strategies. Sits on the Therapeutic Area Leadership Team, co-leads New Product Opportunity reviews, drives cross-functional due diligence and works with Business Development on deal execution. Hybrid, three days a week at an R&D hub site.

University of Oxford · Oxford · £39,424 – £43,984 pa

Carries out laboratory research on synthetic genome DNA assembly, generating constructs and testing new approaches using recombinant DNA methylases. Involves molecular cloning, long DNA molecule extraction, bacterial culture and recombinant protein production and purification, with scope for some bioinformatic analysis. Based in a well-equipped Oxford lab, collaborating on translation of synthetic chloroplast genomes into crop plants such as potato and wheat.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals · Oxford

A 12-month laboratory-based industrial placement within the Structural Biology & Biophysics department, working at the interface with Biology on a collaborative project. The role involves membrane protein preparation and reconstitution into lipid-based model systems, functional characterisation using electrophysiology, and interpreting biochemical and biophysical data to support early drug discovery.

Moderna · Oxford

Develops, validates and runs ligand-binding and cell-based bioanalytical assays generating pharmacodynamic and immunogenicity data for clinical mRNA programmes. Works in a GcLP-regulated lab using Thermo Watson LIMS and electronic notebooks, handling clinical samples, critical reagents, SOPs and validation reports while partnering with Clinical Operations and Sample Management.

Ellison Institute of Technology · Oxford

Design and conduct experiments on nanopore technologies, single-molecule analysis, and 3D tissue engineering, spanning chemistry, biology, physics and engineering. Postdocs lead development of emerging biotech methods, publish impactful research, and mentor junior researchers within a 100+ researcher institute.

CSL · Opfikon, Switzerland

Leads strategic sourcing and evaluation of external innovation opportunities in Haematology, identifying preclinical to Phase 1 assets and shaping early partnering strategies. Sits on the Therapeutic Area Leadership Team, co-leads New Product Opportunity reviews, drives cross-functional due diligence, and works with Business Development on deal execution. Hybrid, three days a week at an R&D hub site.

CSL · Opfikon, Switzerland

Leads strategic sourcing and evaluation of late-stage external clinical assets in Immunology, from Phase 2 through marketed drugs. Sits on the Therapy Area Leadership Team, co-leads New Product Opportunity reviews, engages external KOLs and investigators, and drives cross-functional due diligence with BD to close deals.

CSL · Maidenhead

Leads strategic sourcing and evaluation of late-stage external clinical assets in Immunology, from Phase 2 through marketed drugs, as the senior S&E leader within the Therapy Area Leadership Team. Drives proactive sourcing, cross-functional due diligence, and KOL engagement, partnering with BD to advance high-priority opportunities through negotiation and deal close.