24 Head Of Research jobs in London
Research & Development Administrator - Strand, London, WC2R 2LS
Posted 1 day ago
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The Joint Research and Development (R&D) Office supports researchers at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust to conduct research in the Trust.
The R&D team ensures that all studies taking place within the Trust meet the required ethical, contractual, and regulatory standards before they begin.
We are dedicated to helping deliver high-quality, ethically sound research by providing expert advice and practical guidance.
We are based in the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience at the Denmark Hill Campus, South East London.
About the role:This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, organised and motivated individual who is interested in working in an NHS or university environment supporting UK health research.
The post-holder will have a key role in facilitating research management and governance processes required under the UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care Research and relevant legislation. They will be the first point of contact for R&D enquiries and work within the R&D team to deliver a first-class advisory and support service to researchers.
Experience in working in NHS R&D or a university research support role is desirable but not essential, as support and training will be provided to the post-holder to develop their role. The successful candidate will have outstanding organisational and communication skills, with excellent computer literacy (Excel, Access, Outlook) and the ability to process complex information. The ability to work effectively as part of a team is essential, as well as the motivation for independent hybrid working.
This is an opportunity to work in an R&D Office with experienced staff, providing an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in R&D in both an NHS and university context. The successful candidate will provide high level administrative support within the R&D office by acting as a first point of contact for R&D enquiries, triaging professional expert advice to research investigators, and organising meetings and diaries.
This is a part time post (21 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract.
As the role is part time, please note that the salary listed in the advert will be amended accordingly (pro rata).
Working days/hours to be discussed.
Senior Research Development Manager - Strand, London, WC2R 2LS
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The School has secured multi-million-pound research funding and maintains strong partnerships with UK and international universities, the NHS, charitable organisations, and industry partners. The vision is to establish the School as a world leader in healthcare engineering.
About The RoleThe Research Development Manager is a senior role within the School of Biomedical Engineering & Imaging Sciences, responsible for driving large-scale, high-profile healthcare engineering grants that deliver real-world patient benefits and measurable impact. Working closely with the Head of School, Heads of Research Departments, academic and research staff, and external stakeholders, this role will play a pivotal part in securing funding, fostering strategic collaborations, and facilitating the translation of healthcare engineering innovations into clinical applications.
The Research Development Manager will be instrumental in realizing the School’s vision by providing strategic and operational support, they will support the development and submission of competitive grant applications, fellowships, and funding proposals to governmental agencies, Charities, and industry sponsors. The role requires a strong scientific background, exceptional writing skills, and the ability to translate complex research concepts into clear, compelling narratives tailored to funder priorities.
This is a full time (35 Hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract.
Principal Research Chemist - Pharmaceutical Development
Posted 18 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, synthesis, and optimization of complex organic molecules for pharmaceutical applications.
- Develop innovative and scalable synthetic routes, addressing challenges in process chemistry.
- Direct research efforts in medicinal chemistry to identify and improve lead compounds.
- Utilize advanced analytical techniques (e.g., NMR, MS, X-ray crystallography) for structural elucidation and purity assessment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including biologists, toxicologists, and formulation scientists, to advance drug candidates.
- Oversee and mentor junior research chemists, guiding their technical development and project execution.
- Develop and implement robust quality control measures for chemical synthesis and intermediates.
- Contribute to intellectual property generation through patent filings and scientific publications.
- Stay abreast of cutting-edge research, emerging technologies, and industry best practices in organic and medicinal chemistry.
- Prepare detailed scientific reports, presentations, and regulatory documentation.
- Ensure compliance with all laboratory safety regulations and ethical guidelines.
- Manage research project timelines, resources, and budgets effectively.
- Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant industrial experience in pharmaceutical research and development.
- Demonstrated track record of successfully leading complex synthetic chemistry projects.
- Extensive experience in modern synthetic methodologies, reaction optimization, and process development.
- Expertise in analytical characterization techniques for organic compounds.
- Strong understanding of drug discovery principles, pharmacokinetics, and toxicology.
- Proven ability to interpret complex data and provide strategic insights.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with computational chemistry and molecular modeling is advantageous.
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced, hybrid research environment.
Head of Private Markets Methodologies Research & Design
Posted 8 days ago
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**Grade Level (for internal use):**
12
**Job Title:** Head of Private Markets Methodologies Research & Design
**The Team:**
The Private Markets Methodologies and Research function is responsible for reviewing, developing, and maintaining robust private valuation and risk models and methodologies across private market & assessments (PMA) products. The team conducts high-level research into valuation and risk models, integrates new data inputs, and ensures compliance with evolving regulatory standards. It is pivotal in developing innovative SPGI products across private markets and delivering reliable and independent analyses that meet the scrutiny of auditors, regulators, and investors.
**Responsibilities and Impact:**
+ Lead PMA research, design, and development of new models & methodologies in line with evolving business and regulatory requirements in collaboration with key internal stakeholders.
+ Develop and implement the PMA model and methodology risk management framework.
+ Maintain PMA models and methodology inventory, ensuring its accuracy and relevance.
+ Investigate new inputs to enhance valuation methodologies and create new data and analytics products.
+ Serve as the PMA Models & Methodologies steering committee secretary.
+ Support product development and technology teams in implementing models on strategic platforms.
+ Develop internal PMA Models & Methodologies MI, including key performance indicators (KPIs) such as the number of new models and methodologies launched.
**Basic Required Qualifications:**
+ Master's degree in Finance, Statistics, Economics, or a related field; Ph.D. preferred.
+ Minimum of 15 years of experience in valuation of illiquid assets, quantitative modeling, private markets, investment analysis, or related fields.
+ Strong knowledge of private and/or illiquid assets valuation methodologies and familiarity with SPGI datasets and products, including derivatives.
+ Proven experience in managing teams across multiple geographies.
**Additional Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Ability to understand key market and operational drivers in valuation and risk regulation and private markets.
+ Ability to oversee multiple workstreams and deliver to defined schedules.
+ Proactive business leader with exceptional energy, drive, and stamina.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Strong team player, flexible, and able to adapt to changing situations.
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Principal Pharmaceutical Research Scientist (Process Development)
Posted 20 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and optimization of robust, scalable, and cost-effective manufacturing processes for small molecules and biologics.
- Design and execute laboratory experiments to define critical process parameters and develop comprehensive process understanding.
- Utilize advanced analytical techniques and Process Analytical Technology (PAT) to monitor and control manufacturing processes.
- Translate laboratory-scale processes to pilot and commercial-scale manufacturing, ensuring successful technology transfer.
- Collaborate closely with discovery research, formulation development, analytical development, and regulatory affairs teams.
- Ensure all process development activities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and relevant regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA).
- Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
- Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and resources for process development initiatives.
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies, scientific advancements, and industry best practices in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Author, review, and approve technical reports, development protocols, and regulatory submission documents.
- Mentor and guide junior scientists and engineers within the process development team.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the R&D organization regarding manufacturing capabilities.
- Manage intellectual property and contribute to patent filings related to novel processes.
- Maintain a high level of scientific rigor and ethical conduct throughout all research activities.
Qualifications:
- PhD in Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical process development, with a strong emphasis on API manufacturing.
- Extensive experience in process scale-up, optimization, and validation.
- In-depth knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry, reaction kinetics, and purification techniques.
- Proven experience with GMP regulations and regulatory filing requirements (IND, NDA, BLA).
- Familiarity with Process Analytical Technology (PAT) and Quality by Design (QbD) principles.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
- Ability to work independently and effectively lead cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
- Demonstrated track record of successfully bringing pharmaceutical products from development to market.
- Experience with biologics manufacturing processes is a plus.
This is a fully remote position, ideal for a candidate based in the **London, England, UK** area or anywhere within the UK. If you are a highly accomplished scientist ready to lead groundbreaking process development in a flexible, remote environment, we encourage your application.
Research Director
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- Research Director
- Advertising Effectiveness - Brand Lift Research
- Salary: up to £75,000 plus bonus + great benefits
- London 1 day per week in the office.
- Open to part time 4 days a week too
We are looking for a strategic and commercially minded quant Research Director to lead high-impact advertising and media research. This is a senior role for someone with strong ad effectiveness credentials and a passion for shaping team culture, driving innovation and delivering work that matters.
You will play a key role in building client partnerships, guiding a talented team, and influencing decisions at the highest level. Expect to work across digital, social and cross-media campaigns, with plenty of opportunity to shape the future of the Ad Effectiveness Insight function.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategic ad effectiveness research projects from start to finish
- Act as a senior advisor to clients, including C-suite stakeholders
- Drive commercial success through smart pricing, scoping and planning
- Mentor and develop team members, supporting progression and retention
- Promote operational best practice and high-quality outputs
What You Will Bring
- Proven experience in ad effectiveness and media research
- Strong understanding of digital and cross-media methodologies
- Confident commercial decision-making and financial awareness
- Ability to influence and communicate at all levels
- Calm, adaptable leadership style with a focus on collaboration
This is a standout opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role and help define the future of advertising research.
Please apply for next steps. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and actively seek to embrace diversity across age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion, and sex.
For successful applicants, a recruitment consultant will be in touch via email to schedule a briefing call. We’ll explain the role in more detail and share company information before progressing with a formal application.
Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Research Director
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Research Director | Global Consulting Company | £70k-£100k DOE + Bonus | Mostly Remote / Central London
We’re working on an exciting opportunity with a global research and analytics firm; they are hiring for a Research Director (B2B) to join their global team.
The Company
Operating internationally, the company provides research and insight services that help businesses make better decisions through data.
They specialise in market intelligence, competitor analysis, and sector-specific research across industries such as finance, private equity, FMCG, and Tech.
The Role
This high-impact role combines strategic client advisory, advanced quantitative research, and team leadership across multiple sectors. If you’re driven by data, insight, and commercial outcomes – and want to shape strategies that matter – this is your chance to step into a pivotal leadership position with global reach.
The Candidate
Key attributes of the successful Research Director & Analytics include:
- Deep expertise in quantitative research methods – Conjoint, Max Diff, Segmentations, etc.
- Strong commercial mindset with a history of hitting revenue targets
- Proven leadership within a market research/analytics setting, with experience working across multiple sectors (ideally Financial Services or Tech)
- Experience of working with B2B Clients
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Research Director
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Research Director (12 -month Maternity Cover)
Market Research, youth/family research
London | Hybrid | £70,000 base , 28 days PTO + strong benefits
Harnham have partnered with an audience-specialist research & marketing agency that specialize within youth & family research.
You will:
- Lead the research function, managing a talented team
- Oversee mixed-method projects (quantitative and qualitative)
- Design and deliver surveys, interviews, focus groups, and online communities
- Translate data into actionable brand and marketing strategies
- Engage directly with senior clients across global brands
- Ensure research outputs are impactful, accurate, and commercially valuable
What’s on offer:
- Hybrid working (2–3 days per week in the London office)
- Fixed-term maternity cover (12 months)
- Salary £70,000 base
- 28 days PTO + 2 weeks work abroad
- Exposure to youth, family, media, and entertainment projects
- A collaborative and creative environment
If this sounds like the right fit, apply today or send me a message to learn more.
Research Director
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Research Director (12 -month Maternity Cover)
Market Research, youth/family research
London | Hybrid | £70,000 base , 28 days PTO + strong benefits
Harnham have partnered with an audience-specialist research & marketing agency that specialize within youth & family research.
You will:
- Lead the research function, managing a talented team
- Oversee mixed-method projects (quantitative and qualitative)
- Design and deliver surveys, interviews, focus groups, and online communities
- Translate data into actionable brand and marketing strategies
- Engage directly with senior clients across global brands
- Ensure research outputs are impactful, accurate, and commercially valuable
What’s on offer:
- Hybrid working (2–3 days per week in the London office)
- Fixed-term maternity cover (12 months)
- Salary £70,000 base
- 28 days PTO + 2 weeks work abroad
- Exposure to youth, family, media, and entertainment projects
- A collaborative and creative environment
If this sounds like the right fit, apply today or send me a message to learn more.
Research Director
Posted today
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- Research Director
- Advertising Effectiveness - Brand Lift Research
- Salary: up to £75,000 plus bonus + great benefits
- London 1 day per week in the office.
- Open to part time 4 days a week too
We are looking for a strategic and commercially minded quant Research Director to lead high-impact advertising and media research. This is a senior role for someone with strong ad effectiveness credentials and a passion for shaping team culture, driving innovation and delivering work that matters.
You will play a key role in building client partnerships, guiding a talented team, and influencing decisions at the highest level. Expect to work across digital, social and cross-media campaigns, with plenty of opportunity to shape the future of the Ad Effectiveness Insight function.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategic ad effectiveness research projects from start to finish
- Act as a senior advisor to clients, including C-suite stakeholders
- Drive commercial success through smart pricing, scoping and planning
- Mentor and develop team members, supporting progression and retention
- Promote operational best practice and high-quality outputs
What You Will Bring
- Proven experience in ad effectiveness and media research
- Strong understanding of digital and cross-media methodologies
- Confident commercial decision-making and financial awareness
- Ability to influence and communicate at all levels
- Calm, adaptable leadership style with a focus on collaboration
This is a standout opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role and help define the future of advertising research.
Please apply for next steps. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and actively seek to embrace diversity across age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion, and sex.
For successful applicants, a recruitment consultant will be in touch via email to schedule a briefing call. We’ll explain the role in more detail and share company information before progressing with a formal application.
Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.