Latest Drug Discovery Jobs

Director, Oncology Business Planning Lead

Currently looking to identify aDirector Business Planning to join the Business Planning Operations and Transformation (BPOT) team. They have a pivotal role within the Global Oncology and Hematology Business Unit (OBU) in helping to achieve our bold ambition of eliminating...

AstraZeneca Cambridge, United Kingdom

Clinical Assay Performance Fellow

This role involves evaluating current methods for tracking clinical assay performance and developing a digital solution to improve standardization and visibility across laboratory teams. The intern will work with real datasets and engage with scientific teams to prototype a scalable tool, potentially incorporating AI-driven insights. The position offers hands-on experience at the intersection of laboratory science, data analysis, and digital innovation within a regulated clinical environment.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

On-site Internship

Principal Research Associate, Clinical Biomarker Laboratory, Flow Cytometry

This role involves leading high-parameter spectral flow cytometry activities in a GCLP-compliant clinical laboratory, generating immunophenotyping and functional immune profiling data from PBMC and whole blood samples to support mRNA-based clinical development. The scientist will independently execute and analyze complex assays, contribute to assay development and validation, and ensure regulatory compliance while leveraging advanced platforms like the Cytek Aurora. Opportunities exist to engage with digital tools and generative AI for data interpretation and workflow optimization within a collaborative, innovation-driven environment.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Scientist, Clinical Biomarker Laboratory, Immuno-Assays - Cell Based

This role involves leading the development, qualification, and validation of cell-based immunoassays to support Moderna’s clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas. The scientist will generate high-quality, GLP/GCP-compliant data from clinical samples, contribute to regulatory documentation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners. Emphasis is placed on scientific rigor, innovation in assay design, and mentoring junior staff within a regulated, collaborative laboratory environment.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Research Associate, Clinical Biomarker Laboratory, Immunoassays

This role involves hands-on development, qualification, and validation of functional immunoassays to support mRNA-based clinical trials. The scientist will conduct experiments, analyze data, and ensure regulatory compliance in a GCP environment, contributing directly to patient-impacting therapeutics across multiple disease areas.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Automation Engineer, Laboratory Automation & Biobanking

This role involves designing and optimizing automated workflows for clinical biomarker assays using advanced liquid handling systems and Hamilton platforms. The engineer will integrate automation with data systems like LIMS, develop AI-enhanced laboratory workflows, and ensure compliance with GLP/GCLP standards. A key focus is building scalable, digitally connected laboratory ecosystems to support high-throughput sample management and biobanking operations.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Sr. Research Associate, Bioanalytical & Molecular Assays - Ligand Binding Assays

This role involves developing, optimizing, and validating ligand-binding and cell-based assays to support mRNA medicine development. The candidate will generate pharmacodynamic and immunogenicity data in compliance with GcLP, using platforms like Watson LIMS and electronic lab notebooks. They will also contribute to reagent management, assay documentation, and cross-functional collaboration with clinical teams to ensure robust, regulatory-compliant data delivery.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Associate Director, CMC Regulatory Affairs, International

This role involves developing and implementing CMC regulatory strategies for international submissions, providing guidance on regulatory CMC aspects, and leading discussions with health authorities. The candidate will also support the creation of CMC submission templates and offer interpretations of regulatory guidance documents, ensuring compliance and efficient delivery of high-quality regulatory documentation.

Moderna London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Associate Director, CMC Regulatory Science, International

This role involves developing and implementing CMC regulatory strategies for global submissions, providing guidance on regulatory CMC aspects, and ensuring compliance with health authority guidelines. The candidate will support multiple programs in various therapeutic areas, including vaccines, oncology, and rare diseases, and contribute to the development of regulatory processes and procedures.

Moderna

On-site Permanent

ViiV Healthcare (GSK) Clinical Development Director

The Clinical Development Director at ViiV Healthcare will lead the scientific strategy and direction of clinical development programs, ensuring high-quality and timely studies. This role involves collaborating across various teams to design and finalize study protocols, provide scientific oversight, and ensure regulatory compliance. The position is crucial for advancing ViiV's mission to improve the lives of people living with HIV through innovative treatments and community support.

GSK

On-site Permanent

ViiV Healthcare (GSK) Clinical Development Director

The Clinical Development Director at ViiV Healthcare will lead the scientific strategy and execution of clinical development programs for HIV treatments. This role involves designing and overseeing high-quality clinical studies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance and safety monitoring. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking HIV research and make a significant impact on patient lives.

GSK United States

On-site Permanent

ViiV Healthcare (GSK) Clinical Development Manager

The Clinical Development Manager at ViiV Healthcare provides scientific leadership and direction for clinical development programs, focusing on the design and execution of high-quality studies. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure study protocols meet strategic objectives, overseeing data collection and analysis, and contributing to regulatory reporting and scientific outputs.

GSK United States

On-site Permanent

ViiV Healthcare (GSK) Clinical Development Manager

The Clinical Development Manager at ViiV Healthcare is responsible for providing scientific leadership and direction in the design and development of high-quality clinical studies. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of study results, contributing to regulatory reporting, and creating scientific outputs for publications and presentations.

GSK

On-site Permanent

Associate Director, Global Regulatory Science, CMC

Lead global CMC regulatory strategy for mRNA medicines, guiding international submissions and ensuring compliance with health authority requirements. Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to support product development across vaccines, oncology, and rare diseases. Develop and maintain regulatory documentation in CTD format, while driving process improvements and change control assessments.

Moderna

Hybrid Permanent

(Fixed Term) Laboratory Technician, Clinical Biomarker Laboratory, Immunoassay

The Laboratory Technician will support the Immunoassay group by executing experimental work, maintaining the lab, and ensuring high-quality data for clinical trials. The role involves hands-on lab work, preparing reagents, conducting assays, and maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines.

Moderna

On-site Contract