VIE Bioanalytical Scientist

Make your mark for patients

UCB is an international biopharmaceutical company primarily engaged in the research, development, and commercialization of pharmaceutical and biotechnological products. It specializes in researching therapeutic solutions for patients suffering from severe diseases, treated by specialists, particularly in the fields of the central nervous system (including epilepsy) and inflammation (including allergies).

The Braine-l'Alleud site specializes in chemical synthesis, development, manufacturing, and packaging of pharmaceutical products.

More information at: www.ucb.com

Role:

You will develop and optimise immunogenicity assays, primarily based on ELISA/MSD methods, with potential involvement in cell-based assays. You will analyse the resulting data to support the development of new biological entities and gene therapies.

You will:

• Develop and optimise bioanalytical methods to assess immune responses to biological treatments and gene therapies.
• Perform binding assays using an electrochemiluminescence detection platform and may also contribute to cell-based assays.
• Progressively develop your autonomy, from assay development under supervision to independent execution and data interpretation.
• Apply good laboratory practices, data integrity principles and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with scientists from different disciplines in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Experience in bioanalysis, ELISA or other laboratory techniques.
• Rigorous approach with particular attention to data quality.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary scientific team.
• Motivation to develop your skills and progressively gain autonomy.
• Fluency in English is essential; French is an asset.

Please note that this program is in partnership with Business France, and we follow the prerequisites required by Business France to carry out a VIE assignment. The main participation prerequisites are as follows:

• Be between 18 and 28 years old;

• Hold the nationality of a member country of the European Economic Area;

• Have not worked or lived in the country where the mission will take place;

• Be available to dedicate yourself to the mission full-time;

• If you have French nationality or dual nationality, be in compliance with the national service obligations of France (Numéro Identifiant Défense);

• Have a clean criminal record.

If you do not meet all these conditions, we will not be able to consider your application.