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Biologics Process Scientist (CMC Development Sciences)

UCB are currently looking for highly motivated scientists to join the CMC Development Sciences department at UCB’s UK Research and Development Hub in Slough. Working within Biologics Process Sciences you will be part of a team of scientists developing processes for the production of novel protein‑based therapeutics for areas of unmet patient need.

The candidate will work in a team environment, collaborating with various process scientists (upstream and downstream) and analytical scientists. The successful candidate will utilize knowledge in biochemical engineering, chemical engineering, biochemistry, biotechnology, molecular biology and cellular metabolism to aid in process development and optimisation of early‑stage clinical projects, process troubleshooting investigations, evaluation of cellular responses to process operations, assessment of effects on product quality, and determination of process scalability.

The position is laboratory based and will involve experimentation with bench‑scale bioreactors (primarily 250mL single use), 200L single use bioreactors and associated disk‑stack centrifugation and pilot‑scale equipment. The candidate will apply Quality by Design (QbD) principles utilizing Design of Experiment (DoE) methodology and be responsible for some planning of activities, analysing laboratory data and reporting back to the project leader, line manager and team members on a regular basis.

The candidate will produce accurate, traceable records of work, generating documentation for experimental reports to support technology transfer and regulatory filings (Development and Technical Report writing in English).

The candidate will also be expected to contribute to scientific development and technology development projects requiring innovative research, in order to improve USP and primary recovery processes and understanding. The candidate will be a proactive individual, able to demonstrate problem‑solving skills and have the ability to manage multiple tasks, with excellent communication skills.

• Ability to communicate openly and honestly
• Good record keeping and organisational skills
• Team player
• Great organisational skills and attention to detail

• Graduated with a bachelor’s degree in one of the following subjects:
  Biotechnology, Biology/Biological Science, Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science, Genetics.

Salary: £28,000 per annum

• Pension – Employee 5%, Employer 3%
• Employee assistance programme
• Onsite parking
• Onsite canteen
• Paid sick leave
• Days off for volunteering
• Employee recognition/awards

Location:

208 Bath Rd, Slough SL1 3WE
(until mid‑2027, thereafter UCB will move to Sunninghill Road, Windlesham, Surrey, GU20 6PP
)

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 09:00am – 17:30pm with a 1 hour unpaid lunch break. Core working hours 10:00 – 16:00 with flexible hours thereafter. This is a lab‑based role requiring the majority of time onsite. UCB offers hybrid working.

Duration: 12 months –

Start Date:

As soon as possible.

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