At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the establishment of a new lab and manage daily operations in the UK.
- Company: Adaptyv, a pioneering biotech firm expanding into the UK market.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, opportunity to shape a new team, and career growth.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in the biotech industry.
- Why this job: Be a key player in building a cutting-edge biotech hub from the ground up.
- Qualifications: Experience in lab operations and team leadership is essential.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Adaptyv is expanding from Switzerland to the UK and opening a London lab in 2026 to become a hub for the UK protein-engineering ecosystem, enabling biotech companies and researchers to access high-throughput production and characterization for partners such as Anthropic and Boltz.
We are hiring a founding operator to own Adaptyv UK end to end — establish the company, open the lab, hire the first team, and run the business day to day with Lausanne’s blueprint.
Founding UK Lab & Operations Lead employer: Adaptyv
Adaptyv is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead the establishment of a cutting-edge lab in London, at the forefront of AI-driven biotech innovation. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and a collaborative work culture, you will be part of a pioneering team that values ownership and creativity, while contributing to groundbreaking advancements in protein engineering. The vibrant London life-science ecosystem provides unparalleled networking opportunities and access to leading biopharma partners, making this role not just a job, but a chance to shape the future of biotechnology.
