Scientist

UCB; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

UCB in Slough, United Kingdom, is seeking a talented Scientist to join the Characterization and Material Sciences department to characterize protein therapeutics using NMR, circular dichroism and FTIR spectroscopy.

You will develop, apply, and troubleshoot analytical methods that support the development of new protein therapeutics, and contribute to technical reports, procedures, and regulatory documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• 1 to 3 years of laboratory experience in an academic or industrial setting.
• Experience using circular dichroism and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy for protein analysis.
• Experience with nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy would be an advantage.
• Good understanding of protein biochemistry, biophysics, and analytical troubleshooting.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze protein therapeutics using Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), circular dichroism and Fourier and transform infrared spectroscopy
• Support biophysical and biochemical studies to understand protein structure, function, and degradation pathways
• Develop, apply, and improve analytical methods for protein and biochemical analysis
• Keep accurate records and contribute to technical procedures, protocols, reports, and regulatory documentation
• Communicate analytical findings and technical challenges clearly with team members and project teams
• Help maintain laboratory equipment, resolve assay issues, and ensure materials are available

Skills

NMR spectroscopy

Circular dichroism

FTIR spectroscopy

Protein biochemistry

Biophysics

Analytical troubleshooting

Cross-functional teamwork

Scientific reporting

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in relevant scientific discipline

Tools

NMR spectrometer

Circular dichroism spectrometer

FTIR spectrometer

Job description

We are looking for a talented and motivated Scientist to join our Characterization and Material Sciences department in Slough, United-Kingdom.

About the role :

You will help characterize protein therapeutics by using biophysical and biochemical techniques specifically Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) to understand protein structure, function, and degradation pathways. You will develop, apply, and troubleshoot analytical methods that support the development of new protein therapeutics. This is a great opportunity to build experience in the biopharmaceutical sector while contributing to high-quality scientific work, technical reports, procedures, and regulatory documentation.

Who you’ll work with :

You will be working in a team that brings together experienced scientists focused on protein characterization and material sciences. The team works closely with analytical development, quality control, process, and formulation colleagues, and collaborates with project teams across the United-Kingdom, Belgium, Switzerland, and the United States, as well as with academic partners.

What you’ll do :

• Analyze protein therapeutics using Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), circular dichroism and Fourier and transform infrared spectroscopy
• Support biophysical and biochemical studies to understand protein structure, function, and degradation pathways
• Develop, apply, and improve analytical methods for protein and biochemical analysis
• Keep accurate records and contribute to technical procedures, protocols, reports, and regulatory documentation
• Communicate analytical findings and technical challenges clearly with team members and project teams
• Help maintain laboratory equipment, resolve assay issues, and ensure materials are available

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

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in a relevant scientific discipline
• 1 to 3 years of laboratory experience in an academic or industrial setting
• Experience using circular dichroism and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy for protein analysis
• Experience with nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy would be an advantage
• Good understanding of protein biochemistry, biophysics, and analytical troubleshooting
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

About Us

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9.000 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.

Why work with us?

At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We’re not afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.

At UCB, we’ve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.

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.