Make your mark for patients
UCB is seeking to hire a lab-based Research Associate I to support early research out of our Boston R&D Hub located in Cambridge MA. The successful candidate will be involved in the synthesis, purification, and characterization of peptides, contributing to our ongoing research and development projects.
Please note: We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able tosponsor visas at any point for this role. This includes taking over sponsorship for an existing Visa.
Major Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
- Perform solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) and solution-phase peptide synthesis.
- Purify peptides using techniques such as HPLC, preparative chromatography, and lyophilization.
- Characterize peptides using mass spectrometry, NMR, and other analytical techniques.
- Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support research and development projects.
- Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory guidelines.
Minimum Education/Experience/Skills Required:
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with peptide synthesis and purification techniques is a plus.
- Familiarity with analytical techniques such as HPLC, mass spectrometry, and NMR.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
Salary Range: $68,000 to $89,250
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 equitable 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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are open to all talent, and adhere to Affirmative Action principles. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to neurodiversity, race/ethnicity, colour, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on US-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com for application to US based roles. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.
UCB Inc.
Dec 25, 2024