Team Leader - Molecular Biology

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in biotechnology is seeking a Team Leader in Molecular Biology to drive innovative research and development. This role involves leading a talented team of scientists and shaping strategies to advance therapeutic development. You will oversee the implementation of cutting-edge methodologies and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. If you have a PhD and extensive experience in molecular biology, along with a passion for mentoring and innovation, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years experience in molecular biology R&D in senior roles.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute molecular biology strategy to accelerate development.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of scientists.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GLP, and regulatory expectations.

Skills

Gene editing

Synthetic biology

CRISPR

mRNA technology

Plasmid DNA manufacturing

Cell-based assays

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

PhD in Molecular Biology

PhD in Biochemistry

PhD in Biotechnology

Job description

Client:

Cpl

Location:

Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

84c52a7ba712

Job Views:

5

Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Team Leader - Molecular Biology

Location: Oxford

Pay rate: Up to£50 per hour

Contract Duration: 12-month contract

Cpl Life Sciences is working exclusively with a biotech company committed to advancing human health and scientific discovery. They are seeking an accomplished Team Leader in Molecular Biology to drive cutting-edge research and innovation within their advanced biopharmaceutical division. This role is crucial in shaping and integrating strategies, guiding high-impact projects, and mentoring a team of industry leading scientists.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute the molecular biology strategy, aligning with business goals to accelerate therapeutic development.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of scientists, fostering innovation, technical excellence, and career progression.
• Oversee the development and validation of novel molecular biology methodologies, ensuring scientific proficiencyand industry-leading innovation.
• Drive automation, data-driven approaches, and next-generation sequencing (NGS) to enhance molecular biology capabilities.
• Work closely with departments including Bioinformatics, Process Development, and Clinical Research to drive integrated solutions.
• Ensure all molecular biology processes align with GMP, GLP, and regulatory expectations from the FDA, EMA, and other governing bodies.
• Represent the company in scientific conferences, regulatory discussions, and strategic partnerships to advance molecular research impact.
• PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Over 6-8 years of experience in molecular biology R&D, with a strong track record in senior roles within biotech or pharmaceutical organisations.
• Deep expertise in gene editing, synthetic biology, CRISPR, mRNA technology, plasmid DNA manufacturing, and cell-based assays.
• Experience in working within GMP/GLP-regulated environments and knowledge of global regulatory frameworks.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with experience building and leading large scientific teams.
• Proven ability to translate research into commercial and clinical applications.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and project management skills.

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Created on 28/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom