Translational Research Associate Director

Planet Pharma; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech company is seeking a Translational Research Lead to drive oncology therapies. This role involves collaboration across teams, overseeing biomarker strategies, and managing relationships with external partners. Ideal candidates will have a PhD or MD and a strong background in translational science.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in biomarker strategy and translational science in an industry setting.
• Familiarity with ADCs, targeted therapies, or novel mechanisms of action is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement translational research plans.
• Lead biomarker discovery and validation efforts.
• Contribute to regulatory documents and scientific presentations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Education

PhD

MD

Job description

Translational Research Associate Director

Translational Research Associate Director

Translational Research Lead – Oncology (Biotech)

Location: London, UK (Hybrid on-site presence)

A highly innovative biotech company at the forefront of targeted oncology therapies is seeking a Translational Research Lead to drive the interface between discovery, preclinical, and clinical science.

In this role, you’ll collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to define and execute biomarker and translational strategies, support regulatory filings, and advance novel pipeline candidates through early development. You'll work closely with external academic collaborators, CROs, and internal stakeholders to ensure scientific rigor and strategic alignment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement translational research plans that address core project hypotheses and development-stage needs.
• Lead biomarker discovery and validation efforts to support clinical proof of concept and patient selection strategies.
• Develop and manage relationships with external translational science partners, including CROs and academic institutions.
• Contribute to regulatory documents (INDs/CTAs), internal reports, and scientific presentations for advisory boards and global conferences.
• Oversee project deliverables, timelines, and team mentoring as needed.
• Propose innovative approaches and technologies to advance research on next-generation precision oncology therapeutics.

Requirements:

• PhD, MD, or equivalent experience in cancer biology, pharmacology, translational medicine, or related field.
• Proven track record in biomarker strategy and translational science in an industry setting.
• Familiarity with ADCs, targeted therapies, or novel mechanisms of action is highly desirable.
• Strong cross-functional communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

This is a rare opportunity to join a stealthy but well-resourced organization with a highly promising platform and ambitious goals in oncology drug development.

About Planet Pharma:

Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering.

Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.

We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

www.planet-pharma.com

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science, Research, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology Research

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