VIE Research Associate Automation Bioanalysis

VIE Research Associate Automation Bioanalysis

UCB - Union Chimique Belge

Braine L'alleud, Belgium

Your Mission:

As a member of the Bioanalysis team, you will play a key role in the drug development lifecycle. Your contribution will directly support the advancement of new therapies for patients with autoimmune and neurological diseases.

Your Responsibilities:

• Support the development of automated methods and processes for handling and managing biological samples;
• Assist in the validation of automated bioanalytical assays (Ligand Binding Assays – LBA) within a regulated GLP & GCP environment;
• Interpret and document analytical data to ensure the robustness and reliability of methods;
• Provide support for routine testing of samples in the context of preclinical and clinical studies.

Your Profile:

This opportunity is open to candidates with a background in analytical chemistry or biology, ideally with a specialization in bioanalysis or biological assays. A bachelor’s degree (minimum) is required, and any additional laboratory experience will be considered an asset.

The ideal candidate demonstrates:

• Solid understanding of regulated laboratory environments (GLP/GCP) – prior knowledge is a plus but not mandatory;
• Experience or strong interest in automation of analytical processes (robotics, computerized systems) – no advanced programming skills required;
• Skills in analytical techniques such as LC-MS, HPLC, or immunoassays (LBA) are a plus;
• Ability to work independently on validation steps, routine testing, and data interpretation;
• Fluency in English is required; French is a plus.

Tasks assigned to the V.I.E:

• Development and validation of automated processes for the bioanalysis department.;
• Develop automated bioanalytical methods using immunoassays (LBA) to ensure accuracy, precision, and robustness of results;
• Support sample analysis using routine automated procedures applied to preclinical and clinical studies, while ensuring data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards;
• Contribute to the laboratory’s Quality Management System (QMS), in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) principles;
• Ensure proper management of laboratory materials and equipment (maintenance, calibration, qualification), acting as user, equipment owner, or backup.