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Director/Senior Director, Data Strategy
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Director/Senior Director, Data Strategy
Head of Data Strategy – Relation Therapeutics
Location: London
About Relation Therapeutics
Relation Therapeutics is an end-to-end biotech company developing transformational medicines, with technology at our core. Our ambition is to understand human biology in unprecedented ways, discovering therapies that will treat some of life’s most devastating diseases. We leverage:
- Single-cell and multi-omics measurements directly from patient tissue
- Functional assays
- Machine learning
To drive disease understanding — from cause to cure.
Our medicines are born from high-resolution biology, machine learning, and clinical insights. At the heart of our discovery engine is our Lab-in-the-Loop, which integrates single-cell analysis, genomics, and machine learning seamlessly. This technology allows us to:
- Identify druggable targets
- Develop transformational medicines
Led by experienced professionals in drug development, computational science, and entrepreneurship, we are driven by a shared vision to transform drug development.
The Opportunity
As the Head of Data Strategy, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the company’s data strategy, ensuring that Relation Therapeutics leverages the full value of its data assets.
This is a unique opportunity to:
- Lead the charge in building and governing data foundations
- Fuel the next generation of drug discovery.
You will:
- Develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive data strategy that positions data as a critical and compounding asset for research and business initiatives.
- Work closely with the VPs of Engineering and Data Science and the CTO.
- Lead the acquisition, integration, and governance of high-quality datasets from diverse sources, including open-access platforms, biobanks, proprietary studies, and partnerships.
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Key Responsibilities
Data Strategy & Leadership
- Define and execute Relation’s data strategy in partnership with stakeholders, ensuring data supports drug discovery, research, and development.
- Collaborate with data science and ML teams to ensure seamless data integration for model development and scientific discovery.
Data Acquisition & Integration
- Procure and integrate external datasets (e.g. UK Biobank, public databases).
- Manage partnerships to enrich Relation’s data ecosystem.
Data Governance & Compliance
- Implement policies ensuring data quality, security, and regulatory compliance.
- Lead data curation efforts to maintain integrity across omics, imaging, and clinical data.
Data Infrastructure & Collaboration
- Guide development of scalable, efficient data systems with the VP of Engineering.
- Partner with bioinformaticians, machine learning engineers, and wet-lab teams to ensure data is accessible and optimised.
Team Leadership & External Engagement
- Build and manage a high-performing data, governance, and acquisition team.
- Strengthen external relationships with academic partners and industry collaborators.
Requirements & Qualifications
Professional Experience & Expertise
- Graduate degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Computational Biology, or a related field (PhD preferred).
- 7+ years of experience leading data strategy, management, and acquisition in biotech/life sciences, including:
- Experience with large biobanks (e.g. UK Biobank) and public databases.
- Hands-on expertise with data management tools and cloud platforms.
- Ability to write functioning code (pipelines) and understand computer science concepts (e.g., latency, bottlenecks).
- Data governance and compliance with FAIR data principles.
- Proven track record in data curation, quality assurance in regulated settings.
- Deep understanding of omics, imaging, and clinical data ontologies.
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Personal Traits & Mindset
- Collaborative, detail-oriented, and passionate about science and innovation.
- Strong communicator—ably translating complex data strategies to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Thrives in fast-paced environments, prioritises impact-driven work.
Why Work at Relation?
- Collaborative culture — interdisciplinary, matrixed teamwork where collective success matters.
- Aligned with a mission — accelerating breakthroughs to save patient lives.
- Dynamic environment — thrive in rapid, meaningful change.
Recruitment Policy
Relation Theraputics does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Please direct applications through authorised channels only.
Equal Opportunities Employer — Relation values diversity and promotes inclusivity.
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