Latest Research Associate Jobs

Software Engineer - Intent Translation

Develop software to translate scientific protocols into reliable, automated laboratory processes by capturing tacit biological knowledge and encoding it into executable, traceable systems. Work closely with scientists and engineers to ensure automated results match manual outcomes, design data models for reproducibility, and validate runs in real lab environments. The role bridges deep scientific understanding with software engineering to make autonomous labs function effectively.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Software Engineer - Orchestration

This role involves building the execution engine for autonomous laboratories, bridging AI-driven decision-making with reliable, safe control of laboratory hardware. You'll design systems that translate high-level agent intent into precise, observable, and recoverable sequences of actions, ensuring operations remain within biological and mechanical constraints. The work emphasizes robustness, closed-loop validation through sensors and feedback, and handling failures gracefully in real-world scientific environments.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Laboratory Engineering & Operations Manager

This role involves leading and developing a team of laboratory equipment engineers and technicians, ensuring smooth operation and maintenance of nine specialist laboratories. Responsibilities include managing maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, third-party service agreements, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Beautiful Recruitment Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

International Technical Sales Manager

This role involves driving international sales of advanced scientific imaging systems, focusing on super-resolution microscopy. The candidate will manage complex sales cycles, support a global distributor network, and engage directly with researchers and procurement teams. Key responsibilities include technical presentations, system demonstrations, and gathering market feedback to inform product development.

Anonymous Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

Marie Curie AI for Proteomics PhD Position (Lilley Group) - (Fixed Term)

This PhD position involves developing AI tools for subcellular proteomics data analysis, focusing on statistical and probabilistic modelling of complex biological datasets like mass spectrometry and imaging. The role requires building and extending computational pipelines, with a particular interest in Bayesian inference and hierarchical data structures. Work is conducted within a pan-European research network in collaboration with Oxford.

University of Cambridge Cambridge, South East England, United Kingdom

Contract

Trace Analysis and E&L Scientist

This role involves performing targeted and non-targeted trace analysis of small and large molecules using mass spectrometry, developing sample preparation methods, and leading analytical projects. The candidate will work with a high level of autonomy, contribute to regulatory submissions, and oversee work packages at CROs.

GSK Stevenage, United Kingdom

Machine Learning Scientist - Quantum Chemistry

This role involves developing machine learning models grounded in quantum chemistry to accelerate small-molecule drug discovery. The scientist will create synthetic datasets using quantum mechanical methods, build scalable and reproducible ML pipelines, and collaborate with computational and experimental teams to model molecular energetics and protein–ligand interactions. Work contributes directly to drug design tools at Roche, with opportunities for scientific publication and open-source contributions.

Roche Welwyn Hatfield, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Study Start-Up Lead (SSUL)

The Study Start-Up Lead (SSUL) drives efficient clinical trial start-up processes, ensuring timely site activation and regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities include strategic planning, operational oversight, and collaboration with external stakeholders to innovate and improve trial delivery.

Roche Welwyn Hatfield, United Kingdom

Principal Scientist, Bioanalytical & Molecular Assays

Lead the development and validation of molecular assays including RT-qPCR, dPCR, and NGS for clinical biomarker programs across Moderna's therapeutic pipeline. Drive end-to-end assay lifecycle management, ensure regulatory compliance with GCLP standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality genomic data. Mentor scientists and integrate advanced analytics and AI-enabled tools to accelerate discovery and translational research.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Staff Software Engineer (Inference Platform), London

This role involves leading the reliability and scalability of AI/ML infrastructure for biotech applications, focusing on GPU/TPU systems, workload orchestration, and inference services. The engineer will overhaul monitoring, improve CI/CD stability, and ensure robust platform performance to support cutting-edge drug discovery research. Close collaboration with research and applied ML teams is central to the role.

Isomorphic Labs London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Trace Analysis and E&L Scientist

This role involves performing targeted and non-targeted trace analysis of small and large molecules using mass spectrometry, developing sample preparation methods, and leading analytical projects from sample preparation to data interpretation and reporting. The position is hands-on and lab-based, with a focus on extractables and leachables, and includes contributing to regulatory submissions and overseeing work at CROs.

GSK

Principal Scientist, Bioanalytical & Molecular Assays

This role involves leading the development and validation of advanced molecular assays—including RT-qPCR, dPCR, and NGS-based methods—for clinical biomarker programs at Moderna. The scientist will drive end-to-end assay lifecycle management, ensure compliance with GCLP and regulatory standards, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to generate high-quality genomic data. A key focus is integrating genomics, bioinformatics, and clinical insights to support drug development and inform future pipeline strategies.

Moderna

Hybrid Permanent

Senior AI Researcher

Work on cutting-edge AI research to accelerate drug discovery by developing models that bridge virtual cells and real-world data. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of scientists and engineers to translate complex biological data into scalable biomedical solutions. Focus on advancing end-to-end applications in discovery, design, and translation using large-scale datasets and frontier AI techniques.

Recursion United Kingdom

Clinical Supply Chain Manager

This role involves leading the end-to-end clinical supply chain strategy for global trials, managing complex logistics, and optimizing data-driven workflows. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure supply strategies align with trial milestones and commercial readiness.

Recursion United Kingdom

Software Engineer (TechOps), London

This role involves building and managing cloud infrastructure and DevOps tooling to support AI-driven drug discovery. You'll work across research, development, and production environments using GCP, Kubernetes, and Infrastructure as Code, collaborating closely with scientists, ML researchers, and engineers. The focus is on creating scalable, secure, and automated systems that accelerate scientific innovation in a fast-moving, interdisciplinary environment.

Isomorphic Labs United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent