Make your mark for patients

We are looking for an enthusiastic Scientist to join our Protein Structure and Biophysics Group, based in Slough, UK.

 

About the role

You will be part of the Cryo-EM team within the Protein Structure Group providing integrative structural biology support to NBE and NCE discovery projects. Our on-site cryo-EM facility, equipped with a Glacios, Falcon 4i and two Vitrobot Mark IV, together with regular access to Krios microscope, is strongly positioned to support an evolving and forward-looking research environment. This laboratory-based position requires hands-on experience of cryo-EM microscopes.  

 

Who you’ll work with

Reporting to the cryo-EM Principal Scientist, working alongside structural biologists and project teams in the UK, US and Belgium.

 

What you’ll do

Design and execute cryo-EM experiments, encompassing sample optimisation, sample preparation, data collection, data processing, atomic model building and structure analysisOperate independently in-house Glacios microscope and external Krios microscopesProvide structural biology support to multiple projects, while embedded in multidisciplinary teamsClearly communicate results in team and project meetingsMaintain accurate records of experimental procedures

 

For this position we are looking for the following education and experience

PhD in relevant field (or BSc with 1–3 years of practical cryo-EM experience)Hands-on experience with cryo-EM microscopesDemonstrated ability to troubleshoot and optimize experiments Appreciation of early-stage drug discovery processExcellent organisational, communication, record-keeping, data management and team-working abilities

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 equal 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. 

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.
 
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.