Research Associate / Scientist, Antibody Discovery & Optimisation

Job title:

Research Associate / Scientist, Antibody Discovery & Optimisation

Company

UCB

Job description

Make your mark for patientsWe are seeking a motivated and inquisitive Research Associate/ Research Scientist to join our Antibody Discovery & Optimisation team in Slough, Berkshire, UKAbout the roleThis role involves generating research reagents and performing experiments to support later-stage portfolio advancement, biomarker strategy, and ongoing small molecule and novel modality programs. You will be responsible for delivering optimal lead candidate antibody molecules with the required functional activity, reactivity, and affinity values.What you’ll do

• Discover antibodies as tool reagents and therapeutic candidates using UCB’s world-leading single B cell technologies.
• Drive innovative antibody projects forward from the laboratory using excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Contribute to the development of new methodologies and techniques in antibody discovery and engineering.
• Present experimental data at cross-functional meetings and external conferences.
• Aim to publish work in high-impact scientific journals and patents.
• Maintain compliance procedures by completing training modules and maintaining experimental records

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

• A BSc, MSc, or PhD in a relevant field.
• An enthusiastic outlook and experience working in a laboratory.
• Understanding and proven practical experience of molecular biology and/or cellular biology techniques.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to plan and execute tasks to clear timelines and prioritise tasks with support.
• Ability to work independently and actively collaborate within and across teams.
• Familiarity with any of the following is desirable:

• Antibody discovery techniques (e.g., immunisation-dependent or display libraries)
• B cell immunology
• Molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, cloning, DNA preparations)
• Screening assays (biochemical and cell-based)
• Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) or similar
• Fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS)

If you are interested to learn more about R&D within UCB, please find more information here .RANDATUCBAre 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 around 8,500 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 aren’t 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 equitable 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.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are open to all talent, and adhere to Affirmative Action principles. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to neurodiversity, race/ethnicity, colour, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on US-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com for application to US based roles. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.

Expected salary

Location

Slough, Berkshire

Job date

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 06:58:44 GMT

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