Gene Therapy Molecular Biology Development Scientist

UCB; Eigenbrakel; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

UCB in Belgium is seeking a Gene Therapy Molecular Biology Scientist to design and execute molecular biology analytical methods that support product development from early stages through clinical readiness. You will work in a regulated laboratory to ensure data quality, regulatory compliance, and robust scientific outcomes that help patients with severe diseases.

Based in Braine-l’Alleud, the role involves method development, validation, NGS strategy deployment, data interpretation, and

Qualifications

• Doctorate in molecular biology or equivalent with 2+ years in analytical method development in a regulated (GxP) environment.
• Strong understanding of analytical method validation principles.
• Hands-on experience with dPCR, qPCR, ELISA, Western blot and Gel electrophoresis; NGS is required.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute molecular biology analytical methods for release and stability testing of gene therapy products.
• Contribute to analytical method development and validation in a regulated laboratory environment.
• Lead or contribute to deployment of Next generation Sequencing strategy in the analytical department.
• Transfer analytical methods to internal teams and external development partners.
• Review, analyse, and interpret experimental data to support product development decisions.
• Prepare high‑quality technical documentation in line with regulatory and data integrity standards.

Connaissances

dPCR

qPCR

ELISA

Western blot

Gel electrophoresis

NGS

Independent work

Formation

Doctorate in molecular biology

Description du poste

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a Gene Therapy Molecular Biology Scientist who is curious, detail‑oriented, and collaborative to join us in our Analytical Development Sciences team, based in Braine – l’Alleud, Belgium.

About The Role

You will contribute to the development of gene therapy products by designing and delivering molecular biology analytical methods that support product development from early stages through clinical readiness. Working in a regulated laboratory environment, you will help ensure data quality, regulatory compliance, and robust scientific outcomes that ultimately support patients living with severe diseases.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute molecular biology analytical methods supporting release and stability testing of gene therapy products
• Contribute to analytical method development and validation in a regulated laboratory environment
• Lead or contribute to the deployment of Next generation Sequencing strategy in the analytical department
• Transfer analytical methods to internal teams and external development partners
• Review, analyse, and interpret experimental data to support product development decisions
• Prepare high‑quality technical documentation in line with regulatory and data integrity standards

Interested?

For this role we’re looking for the following education, experience and skills:

• Doctorate in molecular biology, or equivalent experience, with at least 2 years of experience in molecular biology analytical method development in a regulated (GxP) environment
• Sound understanding of analytical method validation principles
• Experience using dPCR and qPCR techniques, ELISA, Western blot, Gel Electrophoresis techniques; proven hands‑on experience with NGS is also required
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within cross‑functional teams

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on [e-mail]. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.