Latest Drug Discovery Jobs

Sr. Data Platform Engineer - Computer System Validator

In this role, you will build, scale, and operate a validated data platform with petabyte-scale data, ensuring data integrity and traceability in a GxP-compliant environment. You will work closely with biologists, chemists, and data scientists to make diverse datasets discoverable and queryable, supporting Recursion’s drug discovery efforts. Additionally, you will mentor and coach team members, sharing your technical expertise and fostering growth.

Recursion London, United Kingdom £75,900 – £101,900 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Research Associate, Primary Pharmacology

This role involves developing and optimizing cell-based and biochemical assays to support small molecule drug discovery, with a focus on compound characterization and candidate identification. The scientist will work in a high-throughput, automated lab environment, generating decision-ready data in collaboration with cross-functional teams. The position emphasizes hands-on experimentation, assay innovation, and integration within a multidisciplinary drug discovery pipeline.

Recursion Crathes, Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom £41,000 – £52,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Scientist, Translational PKPD

As a Senior Scientist in Translational PKPD Modeling & DMPK, you will apply your expertise in PKPD modeling and simulation to advance cancer biology understanding and accelerate drug discovery. You will provide specialist modeling input into pre-clinical projects, develop PKPD models, predict human dosing, and contribute to early clinical trials. This role involves cross-functional collaboration, strategic decision-making, and enhancing AstraZeneca’s translational research through publications and presentations.

AstraZeneca Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Software Engineer (Data Services), London

This role involves working in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary team to build a cutting-edge ML-based software platform for drug discovery. Responsibilities include data engineering, service-oriented architecture, and collaboration with scientists and ML researchers to accelerate scientific breakthroughs.

Isomorphic Labs London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Technical Program Coordinator, DDMR, London

As a Technical Program Coordinator, you will support the Drug Design and Medical Research (DDMR) function by managing program planning, monitoring timelines, tracking actions, and reporting risks. You will work closely with drug design teams, internal stakeholders, and external partners to ensure effective communication and alignment across the organization.

Isomorphic Labs London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Director, Project Toxicologist – Oncology Targeted Delivery Safety Science

This role involves leading toxicology strategy for oncology drug development, focusing on novel targeted therapies such as Radio Conjugates and Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADCs). The Director will design regulatory and investigative studies, integrate safety data using advanced in vitro, in silico, and in vivo methods, and guide cross-functional teams from discovery through to clinical translation. Emphasis is placed on innovation in safety science, including the use of emerging technologies like organ-on-chip and omics.

AstraZeneca Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Assistant General Counsel - R&D

Lead legal support for GSK’s R&D Technologies and Translational Sciences teams, advising on collaborations, data governance, and regulatory compliance in drug discovery and development. Provide strategic legal guidance on academic partnerships, data licensing, and sample management while working cross-functionally to mitigate risks and accelerate R&D. Matrix-manage legal colleagues and contribute to policy responses and training to strengthen legal awareness across science teams.

GSK

Hybrid Permanent

Assistant General Counsel - R&D

This role involves providing strategic legal leadership for GSK’s R&D Technologies and Translational Sciences teams, focusing on discovery and translational research platforms. The lawyer will advise on collaborations, data governance, regulatory compliance, and complex agreements with academic and commercial partners, while supporting innovation in biopharma R&D. The position requires close partnership with cross-functional teams and occasional international travel.

GSK

Hybrid Permanent

Sales Director, Life Science Accounts

This role involves leading commercial engagements with biotech companies, CROs, and life sciences investors, managing the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to tailor solutions that align with customer goals in translational research, clinical trials, and AI-driven portfolio evaluation.

Owkin New York, United States £250,000 pa

Remote Permanent

Senior Clinical Development Medical Director - Renal

The Senior Clinical Development Medical Director will lead the strategy and execution of renal clinical development programs, from early to late phases. Responsibilities include providing clinical leadership, developing regulatory documents, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with global teams and stakeholders.

Novartis

On-site Permanent

(Senior) Clinical Development Medical Director

Job Description Summary#LI-HybridWork Arrangement: Hybrid WorkingLocation: London (The Westworks), United KingdomRelocation Support: This role is based in London, United Kingdom. Please only apply if accessible.Are you passionate about shaping the future of clinical development and making a meaningful impact in...

Novartis London, United Kingdom

Cluster HTA Hub Senior Manager

In this role, you will develop and lead complex projects, manage economic research studies for clinical trials, and formulate research plans to enhance the value of Pfizer's medicines. You will collaborate with sales teams and utilize health economic models to maximize sales and improve customer interactions.

Pfizer Poland

On-site Permanent

Cluster HTA Hub Senior Manager

In this role, you will develop and lead complex projects, manage economic research studies for clinical trials, and formulate research plans. You will also collaborate with sales teams to maximize sales and enhance customer interactions using health economic models.

Pfizer London, N1 5EA, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Software Engineer

Build and refine a real-time Agentic AI system integrating large language models, tool-calling, and interactive UIs for biomedical researchers. Design scalable, reliable AI infrastructure and optimize data workflows across distributed systems. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to deliver intuitive tools that accelerate biological discovery.

Owkin Paris, France

Remote 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