Make your mark for patients
We are looking for a skilled
Protein Biochemist
who is innovative and enthusiastic to join our small-scale Antibody Production and Automation Team as a
Research Associate / Scientist
in Slough, UK.
About the role
This permanent position involves producing antibody proteins to support all research activities at scales ranging from 2 ml to 200 ml. The ideal candidate will have industry experience in mammalian cell culture, antibody purification, quality analysis, and automation.
This role is ideal for someone who has a strong desire to progress early in their career, who is passionate about antibody production research and eager to work with novel technologies.
Who you'll work with
Our Antibody Production Sciences Team (APS) within the Antibody Biology Department of Early Solutions, is dedicated to producing and characterizing antibody research reagents to support our innovative research and early development pipeline.
What you'll do Perform small-scale transient mammalian transfections and purify expressed monoclonal antibodies using automated techniques. Organise work effectively and manage time to work on multiple projects. Interpret data to identify purification and product quality abnormalities, alert stakeholders, and consider possible solutions. Aid in the development and implementation of automated/robotic high-throughput transient expression, purification, and Quality Check technologies. Learn and apply new computational languages and tools to support automation, data analysis, and process optimisation in antibody expression and purification workflows. Maintain diligent record-keeping of experimental methods and results via electronic laboratory notebooks and online registration systems. Maintain lab equipment to high standards, including assisting with maintenance and cleaning protocols. Interested? For this role we're looking for the following education, experience and skills Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Biochemistry or Biotechnology with some practical experience in an industrial setting. Experience in cell culture, especially with mammalian cell hosts such as CHO and HEK. Proficiency in aseptic technique and maintenance of cell stocks. Experience with antibody/protein purification techniques and AKTA Purification platforms. Familiarity with automated or high-throughput purification platforms (Tecan, Janus, Hamilton and ChemSpeed platforms) and analytical assays (e.g., UPLC/Empower, HPLC/Chemstations). Competence in protein characterisation techniques: Analytical SEC, SDS-PAGE, Western blot, UV-Vis spectroscopy, and Mass spectrometry. Proficiency in using Excel spreadsheets and logistics databases. 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 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.
UCB and its subsidiaries encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity.
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel. #J-18808-Ljbffr
We are looking for a skilled
Protein Biochemist
who is innovative and enthusiastic to join our small-scale Antibody Production and Automation Team as a
Research Associate / Scientist
in Slough, UK.
About the role
This permanent position involves producing antibody proteins to support all research activities at scales ranging from 2 ml to 200 ml. The ideal candidate will have industry experience in mammalian cell culture, antibody purification, quality analysis, and automation.
This role is ideal for someone who has a strong desire to progress early in their career, who is passionate about antibody production research and eager to work with novel technologies.
Who you'll work with
Our Antibody Production Sciences Team (APS) within the Antibody Biology Department of Early Solutions, is dedicated to producing and characterizing antibody research reagents to support our innovative research and early development pipeline.
What you'll do Perform small-scale transient mammalian transfections and purify expressed monoclonal antibodies using automated techniques. Organise work effectively and manage time to work on multiple projects. Interpret data to identify purification and product quality abnormalities, alert stakeholders, and consider possible solutions. Aid in the development and implementation of automated/robotic high-throughput transient expression, purification, and Quality Check technologies. Learn and apply new computational languages and tools to support automation, data analysis, and process optimisation in antibody expression and purification workflows. Maintain diligent record-keeping of experimental methods and results via electronic laboratory notebooks and online registration systems. Maintain lab equipment to high standards, including assisting with maintenance and cleaning protocols. Interested? For this role we're looking for the following education, experience and skills Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Biochemistry or Biotechnology with some practical experience in an industrial setting. Experience in cell culture, especially with mammalian cell hosts such as CHO and HEK. Proficiency in aseptic technique and maintenance of cell stocks. Experience with antibody/protein purification techniques and AKTA Purification platforms. Familiarity with automated or high-throughput purification platforms (Tecan, Janus, Hamilton and ChemSpeed platforms) and analytical assays (e.g., UPLC/Empower, HPLC/Chemstations). Competence in protein characterisation techniques: Analytical SEC, SDS-PAGE, Western blot, UV-Vis spectroscopy, and Mass spectrometry. Proficiency in using Excel spreadsheets and logistics databases. 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 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.
UCB and its subsidiaries encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity.
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel. #J-18808-Ljbffr
