Automation Development Scientist: Molecule Characterisation

UCB; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UCB, based in Slough, UK, seeks an Automation Development Scientist to join the Characterisation and Material Sciences team. You will develop automated solutions to streamline workflows and strengthen data quality across projects, collaborating with teams across research and development.

The role focuses on designing studies, protocols, and reports, while improving efficiency and reproducibility in a hybrid office setup with 40% in the lab.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in a scientific field such as biotechnology, chemistry, or a related discipline, with relevant experience.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology analysis environments.
• Knowledge or experience with automation technologies and scientific workflows.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project needs.
• Proactive mindset with attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automation solutions to support molecule characterisation and improve laboratory workflows.
• Collaborate with scientists and digital teams to translate technical needs into practical automated solutions.
• Design studies, and create and review protocols and reports to support project objectives.
• Improve efficiency, data accuracy, and overall capability while reducing manual work and resource use.
• Contribute to project planning and optimisation of scientific work packages.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Automation

Scientific workflows

Communication

Education

Master’s/PhD in science

Job description

UCB, based in Slough, UK, seeks an Automation Development Scientist to join the Characterisation and Material Sciences team. You will develop automated solutions to streamline workflows and strengthen data quality across projects, collaborating with teams across research and development.

The role focuses on designing studies, protocols, and reports, while improving efficiency and reproducibility in a hybrid office setup with 40% in the lab.