25 Research jobs in Cambridgeshire

Deep learning has only just started its transformative impact on the natural sciences. In Microsoft Research AI for Science we are seeking to solve some of the fundamental challenges in the molecular sciences with deep learning.
For our lab in Cambridge, UK or Amsterdam, NL, we are seeking exceptional Machine Learning Research Engineering candidates at the intersection of chemistry and drug discovery. If you are passionate about this research area and believe you can make a lasting impact, we would love to receive your application.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more, and we're dedicated to this mission across every aspect of our company. Our culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day. Join us and help shape the future of the world.
This post will be open until the position is filled. When submitting your application, include your CV with a list of publications as an attachment.
**Responsibilities**
+ Drive ML engineering strategy and implementation within an ambitious, high-impact, ML research agenda in the molecular sciences.
+ Design, develop and deploy data processing pipelines, machine learning models and workflows.
+ Work with internal and external partners to deploy and evaluate models and workflows.
+ Champion and coach the team in modern engineering practices.
+ Prepare technical papers and presentations.
+ Work on a day-to-day basis with an international and interdisciplinary research team on one overarching research goal.
**Qualifications**
Required:
+ Strong Experience in Python software development and deployment.
+ Track record in designing, developing and deploying scientific ML systems with real world impact.
+ Experience working with cross-functional teams.
+ Experience working with major cloud platforms and/or HPC.
Preferred:
+ Deep Learning experience.
+ Experience with chemoinformatics & computational chemistry.
+ Experience in real-world drug discovery.
+ Experience with other programming languages.
# Research # AI for Science
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .

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Job Title: Research Administrative Executive

Location: Sawston, Cambridgeshire 

Salary: £25,000

Hours: 37.5 hours

Contract Type: Permanent 

Our client based in Sawston, Cambridgeshire is looking for a Research Administrative Executive.

As a Research Administrative Executive your duties will include:

• Assist with client communication by addressing inquiries and delivering project updates
li>Maintain precise documentation of activities and contribute to quality assurance efforts li>Work alongside internal teams to ensure smooth project execution
• Offer logistical support through scheduling, managing product storage, and coordinating with venues and external interviewers
• Adjust to evolving business demands and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Work in Sawston aswell as occasions in Bury St Edmunds.

An ideal candidate for the Research Administrative Executive

• 1+ years of administration experience
• Good knowledge of MS Excel and MS Word
• Good communication skills, with a willingness to learn and develop professionally.

Ideally you will have experience within a similar position. Interviews will take place in Sawston, Cambridgeshire following a registration process by PureKat Consultancy Ltd. If we have not responded to your application within 3-5 days, unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion, but please feel free to contact us for other opportunities. PureKat Consultancy is acting as an Employment Agency for permanent vacancies and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

**Do you have lab experience in the field of Metabolism or Environmental Fate, and interested in a new opportunity?**
**Are you looking for a role that will allow you to work with different product lines?**
**Are you looking for a role with training and career progression opportunities?**
The Environmental teams at Labcorp have been helping companies bring safe products to market for over 40 years. Our varied work supports the crop protection, chemical and pharmaceutical industries so if you want to part of a dynamic and growing team then please apply today. Our mission is to improve health and improve lives!
At Labcorp in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire we are looking to recruit a Research Analyst with some experience to join our expanding Metabolism team. They cover a range of study types including animal metabolism, biodegradation, dermal penetration, environmental fate and plant metabolism. This will give you great exposure in working with different product lines and provide you with a wider skill set and experience.
**Job responsibilities include:**
+ Performing a variety of laboratory assays following standard procedures and study protocols
+ Critical review of processes and study plans, suggesting changes where appropriate
+ Reviewing own work for overall accuracy, timeliness, completeness, and soundness of technical judgment
+ Maintaining study documentation alongside client and regulatory expectations
+ Use of LIMS software
+ Contributing to wider method development and validations projects
+ Maintaining a safe and organized laboratory environment at all times
**To be successful in this role, you will:**
+ Have a relevant scientific degree
+ Have experience in a fast paced regulated analytical laboratory setting, understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and study protocols
+ Be able to effectively communicate throughout the lifecycle of a study with peers and study management
+ Be highly motivated to produce high quality work against regulatory expectations
+ Be able to motivative and influence others to ensure timely delivery of high quality results, and use own experiences to help in training of junior team members
+ Have experience in troubleshooting problems and informing appropriate channels for the reporting of issues
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The Opportunity:

Avantor is looking for a Pathology Research Technician to join our team based in Cambridge. In this role, you'll be responsible for a variety of pathology laboratory activities, including digital slide scanning, tissue sample processing, immunohistochemistry, and quality control of image data, all while ensuring compliance with the Human Tissue Act and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP.

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Deep learning has only just started its transformative impact on the natural sciences. In Microsoft Research AI for Science we are seeking to solve some of the fundamental challenges in the molecular sciences with deep learning.



For our lab in Cambridge, UK or Amsterdam, NL, we are seeking exceptional Machine Learning Research Engineering candidates at the intersection of chemistry and drug discovery. If you are passionate about this research area and believe you can make a lasting impact, we would love to receive your application.



Microsoftu2019s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more, and weu2019re dedicated to this mission across every aspect of our company. Our culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day. Join us and help shape the future of the world.



This post will be open until the position is filled. When submitting your application, include your CV with a list of publications as an attachment.



**Responsibilities**


Drive ML engineering strategy and implementation within an ambitious, high-impact, ML research agenda in the molecular sciences.
Design, develop and deploy data processing pipelines, machine learning models and workflows.
Work with internal and external partners to deploy and evaluate models and workflows.
Champion and coach the team in modern engineering practices.
Prepare technical papers and presentations.
Work on a day-to-day basis with an international and interdisciplinary research team on one overarching research goal.



**Qualifications**



Required:


Strong Experience in Python software development and deployment.
Track record in designing, developing and deploying scientific ML systems with real world impact.
Experience working with cross-functional teams.
Experience working with major cloud platforms and/or HPC.



Preferred:


Deep Learning experience.
Experience with chemoinformatics & computational chemistry.
Experience in real-world drug discovery.
Experience with other programming languages.



# Research # AI for Science



Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .

Deep learning has only just started its transformative impact on the natural sciences. In Microsoft Research AI for Science we are seeking to solve some of the fundamental challenges in the molecular sciences with deep learning.



For our lab in Cambridge, UK or Amsterdam, NL, we are seeking exceptional Machine Learning Research Engineering candidates at the intersection of chemistry and drug discovery. If you are passionate about this research area and believe you can make a lasting impact, we would love to receive your application.



Microsoftu2019s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more, and weu2019re dedicated to this mission across every aspect of our company. Our culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day. Join us and help shape the future of the world.



This post will be open until the position is filled. When submitting your application, include your CV with a list of publications as an attachment.



**Responsibilities**


Drive ML engineering strategy and implementation within an ambitious, high-impact, ML research agenda in the molecular sciences.
Design, develop and deploy data processing pipelines, machine learning models and workflows.
Work with internal and external partners to deploy and evaluate models and workflows.
Champion and coach the team in modern engineering practices.
Prepare technical papers and presentations.
Work on a day-to-day basis with an international and interdisciplinary research team on one overarching research goal.



**Qualifications**



Required:


Strong Experience in Python software development and deployment.
Track record in designing, developing and deploying scientific ML systems with real world impact.
Experience working with cross-functional teams.
Experience working with major cloud platforms and/or HPC.



Preferred:


Deep Learning experience.
Experience with chemoinformatics & computational chemistry.
Experience in real-world drug discovery.
Experience with other programming languages.



# Research # AI for Science



Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .

• Salary: £57,100 - £76,450 per annum
li>Location: Cambridge with hybrid working (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
• Contract: Full Time/Permanent

• Closing Date: 21 August 2025

We're looking for an internationally recognised expert in language assessment to join us as Head of IELTS Research. This is a rare opportunity to shape the research strategy behind one of the world's most trusted English language tests, influence global education policy, and lead a team of talented researchers.

We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.

About the role 

Head of IELTS Research

You will be responsible for developing and implementing a robust research agenda which supports IELTS strategic objectives, underpins the existing IELTS test and the development of the next generation IELTS portfolio. Your work will be vital for maintaining the Cambridge and IELTS brands and building successful relationships within the IELTS Partnership, Cambridge University Press & Assessment, and influential stakeholders.

You will be an internationally recognised and credible expert in language assessment who will provide strong leadership in strategy, research, thought leadership and team management. 

< i>Strategically , the role involves close collaboration with key internal stakeholders to develop and deliver a research agenda which enables the continued growth of IELTS.
• From a research  perspective, technical leadership and expert knowledge are required to ensure the successful conceptualisation and implementation of high-quality research programmes and associated deliverables
< i>The thought leadership  aspect of the role entails the maintenance of a strong academic profile in areas of relevance for high-stakes assessment and the establishment of strong working relationships with high-level stakeholders of relevance for IELTS < i>This is a senior leadership  role, and it requires effective functional management of research colleagues, and role modelling an effective team culture of collaboration, empowerment and wellbeing.

About you

You will have a PhD/EdD in Language Assessment, Education Measurement, Applied Linguistics or related field (or equivalent professional experience) and extensive knowledge of language assessment.  You should be adept at managing complex research projects that support exam validity and validation, new product development and innovation to support organisational strategy.

As our next Head of IELTS Research, you have expert knowledge and technical research expertise in language learning and assessment. You have significant experience with successful conceptualisation and implementation of high-quality research programmes to support organisational strategy.

You should be able to operate confidently and comfortably in contexts involving influential internal and external stakeholders. Using your excellent communication skills, you need to have the ability to successfully explain research ideas and technical concepts to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.  You should have an academic profile with international visibility in the area of high-stakes assessment or an emerging profile with feasible plans on how to develop it over the next 3-5 years.

You will be able to provide strong leadership both to direct reports and to wider teams and be an inspiring, inclusive and trusted leader.

If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site.

Rewards and benefits

We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Group personal pension scheme
• Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary
• Green travel schemes

We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability.

 Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on the weeks commencing 15th & 22nd September 2025.  Please note, this might be a two stage round interview process.

Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry.

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov,uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for.

Head of IELTS Research

MACHINE LEARNING RESEARCH ENGINEER

• Salary: 48,330 - 62,835
• Location: Cambridge - Triangle/Hybrid (2 days per week in the office)
• Contract: Full Time (35 hours per week), Permanent

Shape the future of AI-powered learning solutions with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation, and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.

This is an excitingopportunity for MachineLearning Research Engineers to join our innovative Applied AI team.You'llcontribute to developing, deploying, andmaintainingcutting-edgeAI capabilities that drive the success of Cambridge English's products and services.

About the Role

As a Machine Learning Research Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and advancing AI-powered solutions that enhance Cambridge English products. Your expertise will contribute to the continuous improvement of existing models and the development of cutting-edge technologies that address future business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, deploy, and maintain scalable AI-powered solutions for Cambridge English products.
• Optimize and modularize models for reusability and performance.
• Collaborate with product, validation, and business teams to transform capabilities into impactful product features.
• Stay at the forefront of AI and machine learning trends to position Cambridge as a leader in AI-driven assessment and learning.
• Plan, prioritize, and manage own tasks aligned with business objectives.

We are also looking for 2Junior Machine Learning Research Engineers (permanent) and 2Senior Machine Learning Research Engineers (1x permanent, 1x fixed-term). Please visit the linked job postings to apply for these roles.

About You

To thrive in this role, you'll have a passion for AI-driven innovation and the ability to turn ideas into scalable solutions.

Essential Qualifications & Skills:

• Master's degree(or equivalent qualifications and experience)in machine learning or AI/computer science with substantial machine learning component
• Proven hands-on industry experience (minimum 2 years, not including internships) in designing, developing, and deploying machine learning solutions in production environments.
• Advanced programming skills in languages such as Python with a strong focus on code optimization, modular design, and efficiency.
• Deep expertise in developing, training, and deploying models using frameworks like PyTorch and TensorFlow.
• Demonstrated experience in building scalable, production-grade AI services and automated data pipelines with tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS).
• Strong understanding of data analysis, model evaluation, and error analysis to drive continuous model improvement.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in Agile/Scrum teams and contribute to cross-functional projects.
• Exceptional communication skills for articulating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning, staying current with state-of-the-art research and applying emerging AI techniques to solve business problems.

Desirable:

• PhD orequivalent qualification and experience in Machine learning or AI/Computer Science
• Experience in applying Natural Language Processing and/or Speech Technology techniques to solve real-world problems.
• Experience applying machine learning to educational assessment and learning solutions.
• Hands-on experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) or foundation models, including fine-tuning and adapting models for specific, production-level applications.

• Contributions to patents or peer-reviewed research publications in machine learning or related AI fields.

Rewards and benefits

We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexiblerewards package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Group personal pension scheme
• Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary
• Green travel schemes

We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability.

Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now.

We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 28th September, although we may close it earlier if suitable candidates areidentified. Interviews are scheduled to take place as deemed appropriate before or after the closing date.

Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry.

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to thegov websitefor guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for.

**Join Us on Our Mission to Drive Healthcare Forward**
As a Clinical Research Associate at IQVIA, you'll play a vital role in advancing clinical research and improving patient outcomes. We're expanding our Site Management team and looking for passionate CRAs who are ready to make a difference. This role offers a mix of on-site and remote monitoring, supporting work-life balance while contributing to cutting-edge clinical trials.
**Why IQVIA?**
+ IQVIA is recognized as #1 in its category on the 2025 Fortune® World's Most Admired Companies list for the FOURTH consecutive year!
+ We offer genuine career development opportunities for those who want to grow as part of the organization.
+ The chance to work on cutting edge medicines at the forefront of new medicines development.
+ IQVIA has access to significant data pools allowing better site selection and recruitment. This helps drive performance of sites making the CRA role more efficient and discussions at site more productive. Next generation clinical development!
**Responsibilities**
+ Perform site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, monitoring and close-out visits) in accordance with contracted scope of work and regulatory requirements, i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines
+ Work with sites to adapt, drive, and track subject recruitment plan in line with project needs to enhance predictability
+ Administer protocol and related study training to assigned sites and establish regular lines of communication with sites to manage ongoing project expectations and issues
+ Evaluate the quality and integrity of study site practices related to the proper conduct of the protocol and adherence to applicable regulations. Escalate quality issues as appropriate
+ Manage the progress of assigned studies by tracking regulatory submissions and approvals, recruitment and enrollment, case report form (CRF) completion and submission, and data query generation and resolution. May support start-up phase
+ Ensure copies/originals (as required) site documents are available for filing in the Trial Master File (TMF) and verify that the Investigator's Site File (ISF) is maintained in accordance with GCP and local regulatory requirements
+ Create and maintain appropriate documentation regarding site management, monitoring visit findings and action plans by submitting regular visit reports, generating follow-up letters and other required study documentation
+ Collaborate and liaise with study team members for project execution support as appropriate
**Profile**
+ Over 2 years of independent on-site monitoring experience, ensuring compliance with GCP, protocol requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
+ You have successfully managed multiple clinical trial protocols across diverse investigative sites.
+ Hands-on experience in the Oncology therapeutic area.
+ Flexibility and commitment to nationwide travel
** This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship**
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IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.
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