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We are seeking a Senior Biologist – Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex biological research and development projects from initial concept through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced scientist with strong project management skills to contribute to innovative programmes, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and ensure that scientific objectives, timelines and quality standards are consistently achieved.

You will develop project plans, define milestones, manage budgets and resources, and monitor progress against agreed deliverables. The role will involve designing and reviewing experimental programmes, interpreting biological data, preparing technical reports and presentations, and communicating findings to both scientific and non-scientific stakeholders. You will coordinate internal and external contributors, manage risks and dependencies, and implement appropriate mitigation plans where required. Maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring work is conducted in accordance with relevant regulatory, health and safety, quality and ethical requirements will also be a key responsibility. You may additionally support business development activities, contribute to proposals and help identify opportunities for improved processes and scientific innovation.

Applicants should hold a degree, or equivalent qualification, in biology, biomedical science, life sciences or a related discipline, together with substantial experience in a laboratory, research or applied scientific environment. A strong understanding of biological methods, experimental design, data analysis and scientific reporting is essential. You will also need demonstrable experience managing projects, coordinating cross-functional teams and delivering work to agreed timescales and budgets. Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills are required, along with the confidence to make informed decisions and manage competing priorities. Experience of relevant regulatory frameworks, quality systems, laboratory technologies or development programmes would be advantageous. The successful candidate will be collaborative, commercially aware and committed to maintaining high scientific and professional standards.

An Environmental Planning Analyst is required to support the assessment, development and delivery of projects with potential environmental and planning implications. Working across multidisciplinary teams, you will provide clear, evidence-based advice to help ensure proposals are technically robust, compliant with relevant legislation and aligned with sustainable development principles. The role will involve reviewing planning policies, environmental data and technical reports, identifying potential risks and opportunities, and contributing to practical recommendations for project teams and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities will include undertaking research and analysis relating to planning, environmental constraints, land use, biodiversity, climate resilience and sustainability; preparing high-quality reports, briefing notes, presentations and consultation materials; and assisting with planning applications, environmental assessments and supporting documentation. You will help coordinate input from internal specialists, external consultants, local authorities and other interested parties, ensuring information is accurate, well-structured and delivered to agreed timescales. You may also support site visits, stakeholder meetings, public consultations and the monitoring of planning conditions or environmental commitments.

The successful candidate will have experience in environmental planning, spatial planning, sustainability, environmental assessment or a closely related discipline, together with a relevant degree or equivalent professional experience. You will be confident interpreting legislation, policy and technical information, and be able to communicate complex issues clearly to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. Strong analytical, organisational and report-writing skills are essential, as is proficiency with standard office software; experience using geographic information systems or environmental data platforms would be advantageous. You should be proactive, collaborative and attentive to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under deadlines. A commitment to high professional standards, environmental protection and inclusive stakeholder engagement is expected.