In Vitro Pharmacologist

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Make your mark for patients.We’re here because we want to build the future and transform patients’ lives for the better.At UCB, our people are our experiences and achievements, our passion and drive. That’s why we’re looking for talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences - not just the best and brightest, but those who care about making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. We promote an environment of diversity, openness, and respect where people can make valuable contributions.An exciting journey lies ahead. Will you join us in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible?UCB aspires to be the patient-centric global biopharmaceutical leader transforming the lives of people living with severe diseases. We focus on central nervous system and immunology disorders. Our promise is to help tackle the serious unmet medical needs affecting patients around the world. As part of our continuous evolution we are building cross-disciplinary small molecules, biologics and gene therapy platforms to address neurological diseases. We now have an exciting opportunity in Early Solutions (our Research organization) at our site in Braine L’Alleud, Belgium, for a bench scientist with expertise in receptor pharmacology to strengthen our in vitro pharmacology department. This is an exciting role for a talented and experienced scientist to work within the Neuroscience therapeutic area and engage in breakthrough research in a vibrant drug discovery environment – inspired by patients, driven by science.To strengthen our Neuroscience In vitro Pharmacology team, we are looking for a talented individual to fill the position of In vitro Pharmacologist,based in Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium.Our in vitro Pharmacology department is involved in Research activities ranging from new target identification and validation to setting-up new screening assays to support our Neuroscience pipeline, to study the mechanism of action of our pre-clinical and clinical assets. We are therapeutic modalities agnostic and support small molecules, peptides, antibodies and gene therapy projects. Our environment is inclusive and highly multicultural.We are offering a permanent position for an experienced lab-based Scientist in the field of receptor, enzyme, transporter pharmacology (biochemical and cell based). You will contribute by helping in defining a study strategy, designing and carrying out experiments, analysing, interpreting and reporting your data. To reach these objectives you will have access to state-of-the-art lab equipment and will be able to collaborate seamlessly across departments.For this position you’ll need the following education, experience and skills:

• MSc or PhD in Pharmacy/biochemistry/cell biology with expertise in receptor, enzyme, transporter pharmacology
• Prior industrial experience will be advantageous
• In depth practical knowledge of receptor pharmacology assays (binding and functional assays)
• Familiar with radioactive, fluorescence, luminescence, FRET, BRET and label free assays
• Experienced in quantitative data analysis using Prism software or equivalent and applying drug-receptor interaction modelling

The candidate must be highly motivated and possess the ability to work productively in a fast-paced environment that requires a high level of communication, organization, and collaboration, as well as demonstrate enthusiasm and willingness to learn and propose novel techniques and methodologies.Fluency in English is mandatory.We can offer you an informal and open working environment that does not lock scientists into structure and hierarchy. Freedom to take space to pursue your own ideas and make a difference. Opportunity to gain internal and external visibility through interactions with other UCB teams and with world-renown academic investigators. Opportunity to grow both as a drug hunter and leader through participation in project teams and our career/personal development programs.Why you should applyAt UCB, we strive to attract passionate and outstanding talents who thrive on change and are ready to bring real value to patients. Working for us you’ll discover a place where you can grow and express your full potential. We place an emphasis on innovation, collaboration, and impact. Through meaningful recognition and a motivating work atmosphere, we aim to provide an optimal experience by caring about and valuing our employees – just as we do for the patients we serve.RANDATUCBAbout Us.UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 7,600 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.At UCB, everything we do start with a simple question: “How will this create value for people living with severe disease?”. We are on a journey to become the patient-preferred biopharma leader by delivering medicines and solutions that improve lives. We want to ensure the creation of patient value, now and into the future, while contributing to a society where a population of 8 billion people and more should be able to live a good life within limited resources of one planet.Curious to know more? Please visit our website www.ucb.com .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.