Oncology Translational Leader – Biomarker Strategy

BioNTech; City of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in London is seeking a Director of Translational Sciences (Oncology) to oversee biomarker strategy from early development to licensing. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. or MD, extensive experience in oncology clinical development, and excellent communication skills. This role includes driving strategies for clinical trials and collaboration across various teams to optimize program goals.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Employer-funded pension

Childcare support

Company bike

Qualifications

• 6 to 10+ years of oncology clinical development experience as a biomarker project/program lead.
• Experience in collaborating with external specialty laboratories.
• Strong writing skills demonstrated by authorship of peer‑reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Drive translational strategies for clinical development of oncology programs.
• Provide input in regulatory documents.
• Coordinate biomarker program activities.

Skills

Oncology expertise

Translational medicine knowledge

Project management

Interdisciplinary team collaboration

Excellent communication

Education

Ph.D. or PhD/MD in related field

Job description

A leading biotechnology company in London is seeking a Director of Translational Sciences (Oncology) to oversee biomarker strategy from early development to licensing. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. or MD, extensive experience in oncology clinical development, and excellent communication skills. This role includes driving strategies for clinical trials and collaboration across various teams to optimize program goals.