Research Scientist Apprenticeship (level 7) - UCB

Following training the apprentice will play a vital role supporting peptide research at UCB, through solid phase peptide synthesis and solution phase peptide chemistry, purification and analysis.

Training will include: 

Use of automated peptide synthesiser Use of automated purification equipment Application of solution-phase chemistry to peptide synthesis Analysis of peptides using a variety of instrumentation

The apprentice would have additional responsibilities in the Compound Management team, to support the registration and shipment of samples worldwide. Compound Management is a critical activity to ensure that newly synthesised compounds are shipped to the right destination, in the right format and at the right time. The apprentice would work primarily with the Compound Management team in Belgium and the UK and coordinate shipments to our US sites. This will be an opportunity to learn more about the drug discovery process and work with colleagues in different departments. Training will include:

Use of Compound Management IT systems Reformatting of compounds and preparation of samples for shipment

We anticipate that the apprentice will allocate approximately 80% of their time to peptide-related tasks and 20% to compound management responsibilities.

Training:
The delivery model for this apprenticeship is online

Training Outcome:
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be eligible to apply for other positions within the business The training will expose the apprentice to a wide range of skills and competencies which would make them well placed for further study or suitable for many job opportunities in the life sciences sector

Employer Description:
As the specialists in skills for science and technology, our purpose is to make sure your business; your people and our industry are future ready. We are a not-for-profit charitable organisation with a family of commercially focused companies committed to supporting the skills, needs and ambitions across the UK science and technology sector.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 09:00am- 17:30pm 1 hour unpaid lunch break.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative