Senior / Principal Scientist neuroscience in vitro pharmacology

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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?

To strengthen our Neuroscience In vitro Pharmacology team, we are looking for a high caliber, self-motivate d ,Senior / Principal Scientist in vitro pharmacology to be based in Braine l’Alleud, Belgium

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. We now have an exciting opportunity in Early Solutions (our research organization) at our site in Braine L’Alleud, Belgium, for bench scientists with expertise in protein biochemistry to strengthen our in vitro pharmacology department. As part of our continuous evolution we are building cross-disciplinary small molecules, biologics and gene therapy platforms to address neurological diseases. This is an exciting role for talented and experienced scientists to work within the Neuroscience therapeutic area and engage in breakthrough research in a vibrant drug discovery environment – inspired by patients, driven by science.

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The focus is on Neuroscience in vitro pharmacology, in Early Solutions at our site in Braine L’Alleud, Belgium, for a Senior or Principal Scientist, with expertise in target biochemistry /pharmacology/neuroscience, to strengthen our in vitro pharmacology biophysics and biochemistry team.

The remits of the group include but are not limited to, supporting our pre-clinical CNS small molecule, antibody and gene therapy projects. To further strengthen our capabilities and expand our expertise in novel assay technologies, such as target affinity determination, we are seeking a lab-based scientist, with biochemical pharmacological expertise, where experience in Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) or Mass Spectrometry (MS) would be highly desirable.

The candidate will be part of an interdisciplinary team implementing, supporting and running novel and existing CNS drug discovery projects.

You Will Contribute By

• Having experience in designing and establishing pharmacological biochemical and cellular assays, that will be used for in vitro drug discovery.
• She/He will be providing high quality data and scientific support, keeping up to date with relevant scientific literature and pro-actively searching for new methodologies.
• Representing the in vitro pharmacology team on discovery or portfolio projects, or expectation to lead projects in the future, are essential parts of the role.
  

Interested? For this position you’ll need the followingeducation, experienceandskills:

• PhD or post-doc education in a relevant scientific domain
• Prior industrial experience advantageous 3 years plus, 5+ years post-doctoral experience
• 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.
• The candidate will be partly lab-based, with proven experience in developing cell and tissue-based assays for drug discovery (target engagement and target occupancy). In-depth knowledge of binding assays SPR, MS is highly desirable.
  

We are looking for candidates with experience in one or more of following skills:

Experience In

• Biochemical assays using for example: FRET, FP, luminescence, enzyme kinetics, ELISA, western blot and Jess advantageous
• Experience in cell culture is necessary
• Liquid handling devices and knowledge of writing application protocols to support screening assays
  

Importantly, The Candidate Will Demonstrate

• Ability to accurately analyse and interpret experimental data, perform statistical analysis, formulate conclusions and communicate data with colleagues and management.
• Ability to multitask
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Fluency in English (both written and oral) as this is the working language.
  

Why you should apply

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.

At 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.

If you believe you are the perfect match to join us on our pioneering adventure, then we invite you to apply and tell us more about your profile and motivation.

About 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.