Research Scientist, Antibody Production

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a Research Scientist who is highly motivated, curious and meticulous to join us in our Antibody Production team, based in our Slough office in Berkshire, UK.

About The Role

As a laboratory-based research scientist, you will be responsible for aspects in the delivery of high-quality biologics and related analytical and sample logistics data. You will therefore contribute to the progression of molecules from the earliest stages of drug discovery all the way to drug candidate

Who You’ll Work With

You will work with a team of antibody experts within a diverse, engaged and scientifically vibrant team all working towards the same goal.

What You’ll Do

• Cell culture, cell stock maintenance and related transfections in support of delivery of high-quality antibodies to support advancement of therapeutic antibody projects.
• Communicate reagent status with key stakeholders such as team and project leaders and by use of electronic sample management and lab notebook systems.
• Generate, analyse, interrogate, and interpret data to identify unexpected results, record cell densities and viability, and follow product yield and quality.
• Communicate data through project presentations and written reports.
• Document protocols and data in electronic laboratory notebooks and internal biological registration system.
• Innovate or identify and implement new and relevant technologies for capacity or technology expansion.
• Refine cell culture techniques and build skill set in the field of recombinant antibody production.….
  
  

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

• A BSc graduate with a demonstrable knowledge of and experience with proteins and antibodies (MSc / PhD or industrial experience in a relevant biological discipline may be advantageous).
• Experienced in recombinant antibody/protein production from mammalian cells (e.g. transfection, cell culture, quantification determination) and aseptic technique.
• Practical experience of plasmid DNA expansion and/or stable gene integration techniques are an advantage.
• Knowledge of purification techniques and analytical assays is beneficial (e.g. Affinity chromatography, IEX, HIC, SEC, AKTA, HPLC, SDS-PAGE).
• An understanding of antibodies, their structures, functions and biophysical characteristics would be advantageous.
• Experience with electronic lab notebooks and other relevant software is beneficial (e.g. GeneData, Empower, Chemstations, Sequencher).
• A team player – derives personal energy from being an integral part of a dynamic, busy and multi-skilled team.
• Strong personal ethics, a drive to deliver and the ability to multi-task and thrive in an exciting and changing research environment. You will be the kind of person who ‘wants to get the job done’.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A keen eye for detail along with the desire to make a positive change when opportunity arises….
  
  

If you are interested to learn more about R&D within UCB, please find more information here R&D at UCB .

RANDATUCB

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.

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.