Senior Research Associate/Associate Scientist - In Vitro Pharmacology

To strengthen our In Vitro Pharmacology Early Research Team, based in out of our Boston R&D Hub in Cambridge, MA, we are looking for a talented individual to fill the position of: Senior Research Associate/Associate Scientist – In Vitro Pharmacology. This scientist will have responsibility for executing assays for identification of small molecules therapeutics across UCB’s therapeutic areas of interest. He/She will also help to validate novel biological targets.

Note: We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas for this role.

Major Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Generation of cell models for screening and to mimic disease biology
• Be involved in planning, optimizing, and executing on projects
• Working with team to develop, troubleshoot, and validate new assays
• Have accountability for achieving drug project milestones and delivering on objectives

Minimum Experience/Skills Required:

• Good communicator, with good presentation and organizational skills
• Scientist who can work with some supervision but also to thrive in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Direct hands-on experience with advanced cell and molecular biology techniques and experience with culturing a wide variety of human cell lines
• Experience with the design, development, optimization, and prosecution of cellular and biochemical assays for identification and evaluation of novel molecular entities
• Bachelor’s with 4-6 years or Master’s with 2-4 years of applicable research experience with scientific track record

Preferred Experience/Skills:

• Knowledge of targeted protein degradation is a plus
• Experience with small molecules/ligands/therapeutics is preferred
• Working knowledge or experience with CRISPR screening approaches is a plus
• Neuroscience and/or immunology background is a plus

Salary Range: $87,840 to $102,480 base salary