Latest Biotech Research Scientist Jobs

Director, Respiratory Innovation, Global Epidemiology and RWE

Leads global respiratory epidemiology and real-world evidence initiatives to inform vaccine development, designing studies on disease burden, treatment patterns, and safety. Works cross-functionally with clinical, regulatory, and safety teams, manages external collaborations, and drives scientific dissemination through publications and regulatory submissions. Focuses on strategic epidemiological planning and mentoring junior staff in a matrixed environment.

GSK £123,000 – £205,000 pa

Director, Respiratory Innovation, Global Epidemiology and RWE

Leads global respiratory epidemiology and real-world evidence initiatives to shape vaccine development, designing and delivering studies on disease burden, treatment patterns, and safety. Works cross-functionally with clinical, regulatory, and external partners, driving scientific strategy and innovation. Involves mentoring staff, managing collaborations, and disseminating findings through publications and regulatory submissions.

GSK €123,000 – €205,000 pa

Senior Research Engineer

This role involves building and optimizing the machine learning systems that power frontier AI research in life sciences, focusing on distributed training, GPU acceleration, and scalable experiment infrastructure. The engineer will work deeply within the research team to enable rapid iteration on novel biological models using unique, large-scale datasets. The position emphasizes system reliability, performance optimization, and direct impact on scientific discovery through close collaboration with researchers and engineers.

Basecamp Research London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Global Research Program Manager

The Global Research Program Manager will drive internal operational efficiency, coordinate cross-team projects, manage key partnerships, and oversee the tools and operations that the technical teams rely on. This role involves optimizing processes, facilitating collaboration, and ensuring that the team can focus on pioneering research and development.

Basecamp Research London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Research Leader (DMPK), Cambridge, MA

Lead DMPK strategy for drug discovery projects using an AI-first approach, integrating quantitative pharmacology and ADME data to guide candidate selection. Collaborate with chemistry, pharmacology, and machine learning teams to optimise molecule design and advance predictive models. Contribute to regulatory documentation and drive innovation in human PK prediction and biotransformation understanding.

Isomorphic Labs Cambridge, United Kingdom

Research Leader (Toxicology), Cambridge, MA

This role involves leading toxicology strategy in drug discovery with an AI-first approach, designing safety assessment frameworks, and guiding the development of predictive AI models for toxicity. The candidate will work across small molecules and biologics, collaborate with machine learning teams, oversee outsourced wet-lab studies via CROs, and mentor junior scientists. A key focus is reducing reliance on animal testing through innovative, data-driven toxicology solutions.

Isomorphic Labs Cambridge, United Kingdom

Computational Protein Designer

Design novel proteins using proprietary generative AI models and collaborate with experimental teams to validate designs in the lab. Integrate machine learning outputs with biochemical insights, optimize design cycles based on validation data, and contribute to improving AI models and computational workflows. Work at the intersection of synthetic biology and AI, bridging computational and experimental units to advance protein engineering.

Latent Labs London, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Forward Deployed Computational Biologist

This role involves working directly with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to design, build, and deploy production-grade AI solutions for complex scientific problems. Responsibilities include tailoring Owkin’s AI platform, K Pro, to client needs, translating biological questions into computational workflows, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality scientific insights.

Owkin United States

Remote Permanent

Firmware Engineer

This role involves designing and developing FPGA functionality using VHDL for high-performance data acquisition and signal processing systems, as well as developing embedded software in C to control hardware and interface with FPGA-based systems. You will collaborate with hardware and software engineers to integrate, test, and optimize new features across complex electronic products.

Platform Recruitment Milton, Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

Research Engineer - Post-Training

This role involves owning the full post-training lifecycle for biological foundation models, from alignment to production deployment. Responsibilities include designing and implementing pipelines, building validation frameworks, and collaborating with ML and biology teams to ensure models are scientifically meaningful and aligned with real-world drug discovery problems.

Helical London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

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

This role involves developing, validating, and executing ligand-binding and cell-based assays to support mRNA medicine development. The candidate will generate pharmacodynamic and immunogenicity data in a regulated GcLP environment, manage critical reagent characterization, and contribute to clinical sample testing using Watson LIMS. The position emphasizes scientific rigor, regulatory compliance, and collaboration within a high-performance team advancing novel bioanalytical assays.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

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

Develops and validates ligand-binding and cell-based assays to support clinical programs for mRNA medicines. Performs pharmacodynamic and immunogenicity testing in compliance with GcLP, using platforms like Thermo Watson LIMS. Contributes to assay development, reagent management, and regulatory documentation in a fast-paced, innovative lab environment.

Moderna

Hybrid Permanent

Director, Translational Medicine Expert (Neurodegeneration)

This role involves leading the translational strategy for neurodegenerative programs, from preclinical research to early clinical development. Responsibilities include biomarker strategy, clinical trial design, and cross-functional leadership, with a focus on integrating patient-centered approaches and advancing scientific collaborations.

Novartis London, United Kingdom

Clinical Data & Systems Lead

This role involves leading complex clinical technology transformation and data migration initiatives across the clinical trial ecosystem. Responsibilities include managing end-to-end migration programmes, data validation, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The role also involves collaborating with global stakeholders to deliver scalable and compliant technology solutions.

HAYS Specialist Recruitment Cambridge, United Kingdom £80,000 – £120,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Biotech Mechatronics - Cambridge

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Biotech Mechatronics - CambridgeA spin-out Biotech company, based in Cambridge, is currently hiring several Senior Mechanical Engineers to join them and help accelerate the proof of concept, design, development, building, and testing of a novel life-saving...

Newton Colmore Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Permanent