Head of AI-Driven Drug Discovery & Translational Science

IQVIA LLC

Cambridge

On-site

GBP 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

IQVIA Discovery Sciences is seeking a Chief Scientist, Modern Drug Discovery to shape and deliver our scientific vision for AI-enabled drug discovery. The role leads translational biology, pharmacology, and computational sciences across a diverse discovery portfolio and collaborates with clients, partners, and internal leadership.

The candidate will drive a forward-looking strategy, mentor multidisciplinary teams, and support business growth through strategic engagements.

Qualifications

PhD or DPhil in life sciences required.
10+ years in senior leadership roles within pharma/biotech.
CRO environment experience is an advantage but not essential.
Proven track record advancing discovery programmes from concept to clinic.
Strong translational biology & pharmacology expertise; AI and data-driven decision making in discovery.

Responsibilities

Define and execute a forward-looking scientific strategy aligned to client needs and industry trends.
Drive adoption of AI-assisted design, predictive modelling, automation, computational sciences, and translational approaches.
Provide scientific leadership across a diverse discovery portfolio with rigour and translational relevance.
Support strategic client engagements, proposals, partnerships, and business growth opportunities.
Act as a senior scientific ambassador with clients and collaborators; mentor multidisciplinary teams across biology, chemistry, protein design, pharmacology, translational, and computational sciences.