Principal Scientist – Human Genetics
Location: Germany or Hybrid (with flexibility)
Sector: Pharma | Drug Discovery | Human Genomics
Ref: KEM-HG-0625
KEMIO Consulting is proud to be partnering with a global pharmaceutical leader that’s driving innovation through cutting-edge science. We are supporting the search for a Principal Scientist in Human Genetics, a high-impact role embedded in a forward-thinking genomics and data sciences team.
This is an exceptional opportunity to work at the forefront of genomics-driven drug discovery, translating large-scale human genetic data into novel therapeutic concepts across multiple disease areas, including cardio-renal-metabolic, immunology, and cancer immunology .
This role sits at the interface of advanced statistical genetics and translational science. You will be empowered to lead efforts in target identification, biomarker discovery, and patient stratification using biobank-scale datasets such as UK Biobank, FinnGen, and other large clinical cohorts. Your expertise will help shape strategic scientific direction and drive programmes toward first-in-class therapies .
As a Principal Scientist, you will take the lead on methodological innovation and data interpretation and provide cross-functional leadership, mentor others, and own translational use cases.
Key Responsibilities
* Drive target and biomarker discovery using large-scale population genomics and clinical cohort data.
* Develop and implement novel computational strategies to validate findings and translate them into therapeutic hypotheses.
* Use GWAS, QTLs, and multi-omics data to characterise gene function in disease-relevant tissues and cell types.
* Collaborate with internal research units and external partners across academia and biotech.
* Contribute to strategic scientific direction in genomics and disease translation.
For the Principal Scientist level, you will:
* Lead cross-functional translational projects and shape strategic initiatives.
* Be a champion for novel methodologies, offering thought leadership and influencing key stakeholders.
* Provide domain expertise in one or more therapeutic areas aligned with the company’s portfolio.
About You
* PhD in Statistical Genetics, Genetic Epidemiology, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or related fields.
* Senior Scientist : 2+ years post-PhD industry experience in human genetics and drug discovery.
* Principal Scientist : 5+ years of post-PhD experience and deep domain knowledge in translational biology.
* Proven expertise in statistical genetics, data integration, and human genomics.
* Hands-on programming skills (e.g., R, Python) and experience working with biobank-scale datasets .
* Strong communicator and collaborator within matrixed environments .
This is more than a role — it’s a chance to shape the future of drug discovery using real-world human data. You’ll join an innovative, data-driven environment where your insights can directly impact patient outcomes globally.
Reach out to KEMIO Consulting today to learn more or apply in confidence.