Latest Research and Development Jobs

Director, Real World Data Platform and Portfolio Lead

This role involves leading and executing strategic partnerships for Real World Data (RWD) to support GSK's R&D and commercial activities. Responsibilities include building and managing RWD partnerships, ensuring data access and analysis, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to maximize the value of RWD in decision-making and evidence generation.

GSK Stevenage, United Kingdom

Director, Real World Data Platform and Portfolio Lead

This role involves leading and executing strategic RWD partnerships to enhance GSK's R&D and commercial activities. Responsibilities include managing data access, ensuring operational execution, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to maximize the value of RWD in decision-making and evidence generation.

GSK United States

Senior Scientist, R&D

Develops and optimizes metagenomic extraction and sequencing workflows for diverse sample types, focusing on low-biomass and inhibitor-rich matrices. Works end-to-end from DNA/RNA extraction to library prep, with emphasis on high molecular weight recovery and virology applications. Collaborates globally to enhance data quality and scalability for AI-driven biological discovery.

Basecamp Research London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Bioinformatics Scientist

A Senior Bioinformatics Scientist will define data requirements for AI models, design biologically sound datasets and evaluations, and ensure data integrity in training foundational genomic models. The role involves close collaboration with deep learning and engineering teams to validate model performance and biological relevance. Work focuses on sequence analysis, annotation, and evolutionary-scale data interpretation to support therapeutic discovery.

Basecamp Research London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Field Service Engineer, Scientific Optical Lasers

This role involves servicing, installing, repairing, and calibrating sophisticated scientific and laboratory systems used in pharmaceutical and research environments. You will work with high-value capital equipment, providing technical support and customer service.

TRS Consulting Telford, Shropshire, SY2 5TN, United Kingdom £43,000 pa

Field Service Engineer, Scientific Optical Lasers

This role involves servicing, installing, repairing, and calibrating sophisticated scientific and laboratory systems used in pharmaceutical and research environments. The position requires a background in field service engineering, particularly with high-value capital equipment and electronics.

TRS Consulting Wolverhampton, West Midlands (county), United Kingdom £43,000 pa

Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Molecular Biology

This role involves working on synthetic genome DNA assembly, developing and applying new techniques to create synthetic organelle genomes in crop plants. The project aims to improve disease resistance and climate resilience, offering opportunities to develop advanced molecular biology and biochemistry skills.

University of Oxford Oxford, South East England, United Kingdom £39 – £43 pa

Contract

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

Research Scientist (Applied LLMs), London

A Research Scientist focused on applying Large Language Models to drug discovery, working in interdisciplinary teams to develop novel AI-driven approaches for biological and chemical challenges. The role involves advancing LLM techniques such as post-training, reasoning, tool-use, and alignment within a cutting-edge AI research environment. Collaboration with scientists and engineers is central to developing predictive models that accelerate rational drug design.

Isomorphic Labs London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Research Scientist (Machine Learning), London

A Research Scientist in Machine Learning will develop novel deep learning models and algorithms to advance drug discovery at digital speed. Working in an interdisciplinary environment, they will apply cutting-edge ML techniques to complex biological and chemical problems, iterating closely with domain experts. The role involves leading high-ambition research projects, scaling training frameworks, and shaping the technical direction of AI-driven drug design.

Isomorphic Labs London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Lecturer / Reader in Immunotechnology / Molecular Biology, Microbiology and Immunology

The role involves leading or contributing to research, teaching, and innovation in Oral Microbiology and Immunology. Responsibilities include securing research funding, publishing high-impact research, and supervising postgraduate students. The position is part of the Institute of Dentistry, a top-ranked institution with a strong focus on translational and clinical research.

Queen Mary University of London London, United Kingdom £64 – £71 pa

Permanent

(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

Preclinical In-Vitro Toxicology Scientist

This role involves leading in-vitro toxicology studies within a regulated preclinical environment, focusing on assay development and execution for product safety assessment. The scientist will apply advanced cell-based methods including Neutral Red, Ames, and micronucleus assays, interpret complex biological data, and support regulatory submissions. Collaboration with internal teams and external partners is key, alongside method validation and scientific reporting in a quality-assured laboratory setting.

Hudson Shribman United Kingdom £55,000 – £70,000 pa

Software Engineer

This role involves designing and developing internal applications and web-based tools to support scientific research and drug discovery. You will work with JavaScript/TypeScript, React, .NET/C#, and Python, and collaborate closely with bioinformaticians, data scientists, and biologists.

Platform Recruitment Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa

Translational Medicine Expert – Gastroenterology, Associate Director

This role involves leading early-phase clinical development (Phase 1 and 2) of novel gastroenterology therapies, with a focus on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The Translational Medicine Expert will design clinical development plans, serve as medical lead for trials, and collaborate closely with research, biomarker, and late-phase development teams. The position requires strong scientific leadership, engagement with key opinion leaders, and active involvement in regulatory interactions.

Novartis London, United Kingdom £67,900 – £126,100 pa