R&D Group Lead, Translational Biomarkers & Oncology

Singular: Building Brilliant Biotechs; Guildford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Singular: Building Brilliant Biotechs in Guildford is seeking an experienced Group Lead R&D to drive translational biomarker programs in oncology diagnostics. This on-site role leads a multidisciplinary team, shapes scientific strategy, and translates novel biomarker concepts from concept through to clinical validation.

You will oversee NGS-based assay development, immunofluorescence assay initiatives, and biomarker validation, collaborating with commercial and quality teams to ensure robust,

Qualifications

• Experience leading scientists and laboratory operations within industry.
• Strong background in molecular assay development, particularly NGS technologies.
• Advanced experience with immunofluorescence assay development and optimisation.
• Strong understanding of oncology biology and cancer biomarker development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of scientists and laboratory staff.
• Oversee NGS-based assay development programmes and translational biomarker initiatives.
• Provide technical oversight across immunofluorescence and imaging-based assay development.
• Define scientific strategy and R&D priorities aligned with business objectives.

Skills

Molecular assay development

NGS technologies

Immunofluorescence assay development

Oncology biology

Job description

Singular: Building Brilliant Biotechs in Guildford is seeking an experienced Group Lead R&D to drive translational biomarker programs in oncology diagnostics. This on-site role leads a multidisciplinary team, shapes scientific strategy, and translates novel biomarker concepts from concept through to clinical validation.

You will oversee NGS-based assay development, immunofluorescence assay initiatives, and biomarker validation, collaborating with commercial and quality teams to ensure robust,