Biomarker Liaison Scientist

Chesterfield, United Kingdom Full time Home-based R

Job Overview

Provide scientific and technical leadership to guide biomarker strategies for pharmaceutical and emerging biotech customers supporting clinical development programs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure alignment between customer requirements and internal laboratory capabilities by coordinating across technical, scientific, and commercial teams globally.
• Drive early engagement between biomarker and clinical teams to inform assay selection, platforms, and study design.
• Lead scientific discussions during feasibility assessments and strategy development.
• Support bid defense meetings and capability presentations and provide scientific input for RFIs, RFPs, and client proposals.
• Support feasibility for assay transfer, validation, and technology integration.
• Maintain deep understanding of internal laboratory processes, workflows, and capabilities and ensure delivery of scientifically sound, client-aligned solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) required (advanced degree preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years experience in pharmaceutical, diagnostics, or clinical research environments
• Demonstrated experience working with biomarkers in clinical trials
• Expertise in oncology biomarkers and their application in drug development
• Extensive experience in clinical trials environment

Benefits

• Global exposure
• Variety of therapeutic areas
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Access to cutting edge and innovative, in house technology
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities
• Work Life Balance, with a strong focus on a positive well being