Latest Drug Discovery Jobs

Associate Director, Translational Medicine, Oncology, Cambridge, MA

Lead the development and execution of translational medicine strategies for oncology programs, integrating AI-driven insights to inform clinical trial design and biomarker development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate preclinical findings into clinical applications and advance companion diagnostics. Play a key role in shaping the scientific direction of early-stage drug development using cutting-edge methodologies and digital biology approaches.

Isomorphic Labs Cambridge, United Kingdom

Technical Program Manager (DDMR), Cambridge, MA

This role involves managing small molecule drug discovery programs, facilitating collaboration between the Cambridge and London offices, and supporting the AI-first drug design process. Responsibilities include program planning, risk management, budget monitoring, and stakeholder communication.

Isomorphic Labs Cambridge, United Kingdom

Executive Medical Director, Clinical Development Lead - Oncology GU

This role involves leading the clinical development of oncology drugs, specifically in genitourinary cancers. Responsibilities include defining clinical strategies, leading governance discussions, and representing the asset in external engagements. The role requires strong scientific and leadership skills, with a focus on integrating data and technology to drive clinical development.

GSK

Medical Director-Oncology Clinical Development - GI

This role involves leading medical monitoring and safety oversight for gastrointestinal (GI) oncology clinical trials, contributing to study design, data interpretation, and regulatory interactions. The Medical Director integrates physician-level expertise into clinical development, working within cross-functional teams to ensure patient safety and scientific integrity. The position plays a key role in translating clinical data into actionable insights for advancing cancer treatments with high unmet need.

GSK Stevenage, United Kingdom US$222,750 – US$371,250 pa

Senior Research Associate, Bioanalytical & Molecular Assays

This role involves developing, qualifying, and validating molecular bioanalytical assays—such as qPCR, ddPCR, and RT-qPCR—to support clinical pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic studies within a GCLp-compliant environment. The scientist will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure robust data generation, maintain regulatory compliance, and integrate emerging digital and automation technologies into workflows. A strong focus on reagent management, assay documentation, and continuous process improvement is central to the position.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

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

Associate Director / Director, Biostatistics

This role involves providing strategic statistical leadership for Health Technology Assessment, pricing, and reimbursement activities. The candidate will work with cross-functional teams to ensure HTA evidence is scientifically rigorous and aligned with payer requirements. Responsibilities include implementing HTA methods, contributing to evidence synthesis, and mentoring biostatisticians.

Novartis London, United Kingdom

Central Monitor (Data Surveillance Lead)

The Central Monitor (CM) oversees and supports clinical trials through centralized monitoring activities, ensuring data quality, identifying risks, and enhancing trial oversight. They collaborate with cross-functional teams, configure Central Monitoring technology, and provide ongoing data surveillance and risk management.

Novartis London, United Kingdom