Biomarker Platform Lead

The Biomarker Platform Lead is responsible for the scientific, technical, and operational leadership of the Biomarker Platform, encompassing Flow Cytometry (FACS), and Histology services. The role ensures the successful execution and delivery of client studies and internal research projects through effective resource planning, team leadership, technical oversight, data quality assurance, and continuous process improvement.

The postholder will lead the development and implementation of biomarker strategies and technologies, ensuring that studies are delivered to the highest scientific and quality standards while supporting business growth and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Biomarker Platform and team, providing scientific, technical, and operational leadership across flow cytometry (FACS), and histology services.
• Oversee the planning, execution, analysis, and interpretation of biomarker studies to ensure delivery against client expectations, timelines, and quality standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members through effective recruitment, onboarding, performance management, training, and career development.
• Provide technical oversight and support for flow cytometry, and histology activities, including troubleshooting and resolution of complex scientific issues.
• Review and approve study data, and presentations to ensure scientific accuracy and quality.
• Drive the development, validation, optimisation, and implementation of new assays, technologies, and methodologies to expand departmental capabilities.
• Collaborate closely with project management, in vivo, in vitro, business development, and other cross-functional teams to support successful project delivery.
• Contribute scientific expertise to study design, proposals, feasibility assessments, client interactions, and business development activities.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Extensive knowledge of translational and preclinical biomarker strategies.
• Strong expertise in flow cytometry, including assay development, validation, data acquisition, and analysis.
• Strong expertise in histology techniques including IHC, immunofluorescence, tissue processing, and digital pathology is an advantage.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in relevant scientific software and Microsoft Office applications.