💼 Full-Time Position

Group Leader - Biology

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The Institute of Cancer Research
📍 Sutton, England, United Kingdom
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Location
Sutton, United Kingdom
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Posted
June 28, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

To work in close collaboration with Professor Sebastian Nijman, we are seeking to recruit a Group Leader to lead an independent research group that contributes directly to target identification and small molecule drug discovery; lead and participate in multidisciplinary drug discovery research teams.

Experience

  • Proven ability to contribute to drug discovery activities
  • Proven scientific productivity and leadership by means of high-profile publication and/or patents
  • Skills in co-ordinating, planning and executing novel (target) biology studies to a standard of international excellence
  • Demonstrated expertise in building and running biological assays for use in drug discovery test cascades
  • Ability to rapidly assimilate relevant information, identify new research opportunities, and clearly communicate recommendations
  • Evidence of a strategic and inclusive approach to decision making and performance management
  • Exc...