Principal Scientist Neurodegeneration

GSK; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Biology Manager to lead a talented team in advancing scientific expertise. This role involves developing innovative analytical platforms, mentoring professionals, and collaborating with discovery teams to drive impactful research. With a focus on biomarker development and cutting-edge technologies, this position offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of health and disease management. Join a company that values inclusivity and innovation, and contribute to groundbreaking projects that improve health outcomes worldwide.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in translational and biomarker development.
• Strong knowledge of disease mechanisms and pathways.

Responsibilities

• Lead the biology team in developing and enhancing analytical platforms.
• Collaborate with teams to identify project needs and develop experiments.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Project Management

Bioinformatics Tools

Laboratory Experience

Education

PhD in a Scientific Discipline

Tools

Flow Cytometry

Sequencing Technologies

Extracellular Vesicle Isolation

iPSC Culture

Job description

Are you energized by the challenge of shaping and accelerating the scientific expertise of a biology program? If so, this Biology Manager opportunity could be an exciting opportunity to consider.

As Manager of Biology, you will be responsible for providing advanced biology expertise to the biology group and developing and mentoring a small team of biology professionals.

This role offers the opportunity to lead key activities that will advance your career, including:

1. Developing and enhancing biology analytical platforms and technologies.
2. Building scientific expertise through training and supervising the biology team to support current and future discovery requests.
3. Collaborating with discovery teams to identify project needs and develop experiments to address project questions.
4. Determining scientific approaches and transferring optimized methods to contract research organizations.
5. Developing and applying industry tools for studies.
6. Maintaining thorough documentation to ensure data integrity.

Why you?

Basic Qualifications:

• PhD in a scientific discipline (e.g., Molecular Biology, Genetics, Immunology).
• 4+ years of experience in translational and biomarker development, neurodegeneration, and bioinformatics tools for large-scale data interpretation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6+ years of hands-on laboratory experience in bioassay development, flow cytometry, sequencing technologies, extracellular vesicle isolation, iPSC culture, and emerging technologies.
• Experience in human systems, cell and molecular biology, and analytic methods.
• Knowledge of disease mechanisms, pathways, and translational research for biomarker development.
• Evidence of scientific innovation through publications, patents, or presentations.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience with clinical trials and regulatory guidelines.

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Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is committed to improving health worldwide through innovative medicines and vaccines, focusing on immune system science and data technologies across key therapeutic areas.

We value our people and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us in our journey to get Ahead Together.

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