Associate Director, Human Samples and Data Access
GlaxoSmithKline, Eagleville, PA, United States
Associate Director, Human Samples and Data Access
The R&D Translational Sciences (TS) team at GSK is a world‑class centre of excellence in genetics, genomics and translational science focused on generating proprietary genetic and genomic insights into Research Unit‑directed disease and product strategies. The Associate Director will lead the sourcing, acquisition and stewardship of human samples and translational data that directly support our discovery and development work. You will work across GSK’s matrix with disease and translational teams, platform groups, and external partners to deliver high‑quality, ethically sourced samples and data. The role offers growth, visible impact and the chance to help unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
Key Responsibilities
Translational Leadership:
Execute and evaluate strategies to identify and secure human‑derived samples and foundational data needed by research and translational teams.
Stakeholder Management:
Work with internal stakeholders across disease, clinical, translational and tech teams to define sample and data requirements that meet scientific and regulatory needs.
Sample and Data Acquisition:
Manage end‑to‑end sample and data acquisition activities, including partner evaluation, contracting, logistics, chain of custody, and quality checks, ensuring integrity and traceability.
Sample and Data Re‑use:
Manage sample access projects re‑using GSK internal samples from research and clinical trials, including tech tools for data and document retrieval.
External Partnerships:
Build and maintain trusted partnerships with academic groups, clinical consortia, biobanks and external vendors.
Compliance and Documentation:
Ensure ethical, legal and regulatory compliance for use of human samples and associated data, and maintain clear documentation and traceability.
Basic Qualifications & Skills
Extensive experience in sourcing, acquiring, and using human samples and translational data in bioscience research, including designing sample collections and input into study set‑up (e.g. ICF/protocol/CRF/lab needs).
Experience leading the contracting and management of external collaborations and third‑party vendors.
Expert‑level knowledge of ethical considerations for human‑subject research in at least two of: UK, USA, China.
Significant post‑Ph.D./Masters experience in bioscience/pharma research, with some wet‑lab or biobanking experience.
Strong project management skills in a matrixed environment, with the ability to prioritise and manage simultaneous tasks to meet timelines whilst maintaining attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal skills with experience of managing different stakeholder types.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
Ph.D. with post‑doctoral or industry experience in translational research, genomics, or biomarker development.
Basic understanding of drug discovery and development.
Background in at least one relevant disease area of respiratory, immunology, hepatology or neurology.
Practical knowledge of modern single‑cell, spatial, or omics technologies and how they influence human sample needs.
Experience managing sample meta‑data integration into HBS LIMS and tech systems (e.g. VBA programming, SQL).
Closing Date for Applications – 10th May 2026
GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities, contact UKRecruitment.Adjustments@gsk.com.
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Key Responsibilities
Translational Leadership:
Execute and evaluate strategies to identify and secure human‑derived samples and foundational data needed by research and translational teams.
Stakeholder Management:
Work with internal stakeholders across disease, clinical, translational and tech teams to define sample and data requirements that meet scientific and regulatory needs.
Sample and Data Acquisition:
Manage end‑to‑end sample and data acquisition activities, including partner evaluation, contracting, logistics, chain of custody, and quality checks, ensuring integrity and traceability.
Sample and Data Re‑use:
Manage sample access projects re‑using GSK internal samples from research and clinical trials, including tech tools for data and document retrieval.
External Partnerships:
Build and maintain trusted partnerships with academic groups, clinical consortia, biobanks and external vendors.
Compliance and Documentation:
Ensure ethical, legal and regulatory compliance for use of human samples and associated data, and maintain clear documentation and traceability.
Basic Qualifications & Skills
Extensive experience in sourcing, acquiring, and using human samples and translational data in bioscience research, including designing sample collections and input into study set‑up (e.g. ICF/protocol/CRF/lab needs).
Experience leading the contracting and management of external collaborations and third‑party vendors.
Expert‑level knowledge of ethical considerations for human‑subject research in at least two of: UK, USA, China.
Significant post‑Ph.D./Masters experience in bioscience/pharma research, with some wet‑lab or biobanking experience.
Strong project management skills in a matrixed environment, with the ability to prioritise and manage simultaneous tasks to meet timelines whilst maintaining attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal skills with experience of managing different stakeholder types.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
Ph.D. with post‑doctoral or industry experience in translational research, genomics, or biomarker development.
Basic understanding of drug discovery and development.
Background in at least one relevant disease area of respiratory, immunology, hepatology or neurology.
Practical knowledge of modern single‑cell, spatial, or omics technologies and how they influence human sample needs.
Experience managing sample meta‑data integration into HBS LIMS and tech systems (e.g. VBA programming, SQL).
Closing Date for Applications – 10th May 2026
GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities, contact UKRecruitment.Adjustments@gsk.com.
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