[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All UCB jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ucb/) · [Search jobs](/search/) UCB # VIE Scientist / Associate Scientist in Neurodegeneration projects Braine L'alleud, Walloon Brabant, Belgium Research & Science Listed on UCB’s official careers site. Posted October 17, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on UCB’s careers site →](https://careers.ucb.com/global/en/job/UCB1GLOBAL94360EXTERNALENGLOBAL/VIE-Scientist-Associate-Scientist-in-Neurodegeneration-projects) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [UCB](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ucb/) / VIE Scientist / Associate Scientist in Neurodegeneration projects ## Job description Make your mark for patients UCB is an international biopharmaceutical company primarily engaged in the research, development, and commercialization of pharmaceutical and biotechnological products. It specializes in researching therapeutic solutions for patients suffering from severe diseases, treated by specialists, particularly in the fields of the central nervous system (including epilepsy) and inflammation (including allergies). The Braine-l'Alleud site specializes in chemical synthesis, development, manufacturing, and packaging of pharmaceutical products. ### More information at www.ucb.com Description of the role - Under the supervision of project leaders and senior scientists, support the development and implementation of cellular and biochemical assays for therapeutic projects in the neurodegeneration field. - Independently perform routine laboratory tasks and conduct a variety of experiments including, but not restricted to, mammalian cell cultures (cell lines and primary neurons), immunocytochemistry, protein and RNA extraction, (capillary) Western blot, qPCR, ELISA, FRET and luciferase assays. - Accurately document and report experiments in electronic lab notebook. - Present data clearly and concisely during internal meetings. - Join a dynamic, international and cross-functional team environment. This is a unique opportunity to engage in exciting science with cutting edge technologies while supporting therapeutic projects in a biopharmaceutical industry setting. ### Candidate - Master’s degree in cell and molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry or related field with 2+ years of working experience in an academic lab or in the industry or, alternatively, recently graduated PhD in the same subjects. - Experience in manipulation of mammalian cell cultures, immunocytochemistry, microscopy, image analysis, (capillary) Western blot, qPCR, ELISA. - Experience in mouse primary neuron cultures and/or human iPSC-derived neurons are considered strong plus. - Ability to analyze large-scale protein and RNA expression datasets using computational tools and statistical methods is considered a plus. - Ability to quickly learn new techniques when required. - Fluent written and spoken English is a must; French is desirable, but not required. Please note that this program is in partnership with Business France, and we follow the prerequisites required by Business France to carry out a VIE assignment. ### The main participation prerequisites are as follows Be between 18 and 28 years old; Hold the nationality of a member country of the European Economic Area; Have not worked or lived in the country where the mission will take place; Be available to dedicate yourself to the mission full-time; If you have French nationality or dual nationality, be in compliance with the national service obligations of France (Numéro Identifiant Défense); Have a clean criminal record. If you do not meet all these conditions, we will not be able to consider your application. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 17, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 18, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 1 day - Location: Braine L'alleud, Walloon Brabant, Belgium[Apply on UCB’s careers site →](https://careers.ucb.com/global/en/job/UCB1GLOBAL94360EXTERNALENGLOBAL/VIE-Scientist-Associate-Scientist-in-Neurodegeneration-projects) ## More jobs at UCB ### [Analytical Scientist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ucb/jobs/2d3fcc6322daac4f6649/) Braine L'alleud, Walloon Brabant, Belgium ### [Digital Technology Lead Laboratory Systems & Integration](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ucb/jobs/2eb897f0478c81f76e8f/) Braine L'alleud, Walloon Brabant, Belgium ### [Group Leader Neuroinflammation](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ucb/jobs/7aa5a7b5b04f3ddf3d73/) Braine L'alleud, Walloon Brabant, Belgium ### [R&D and PV Q Cross-Reg Integration Lead](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ucb/jobs/433033aff10a1a11bf1a/) Braine L'alleud, Walloon Brabant, Belgium ### [Team Leader Mesure et Instrumentation (pôle biologie)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ucb/jobs/84f07b23db41874a0228/) Braine L'alleud, Walloon Brabant, Belgium ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [VIE - Data Scientist F/M](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vinci/jobs/6347ff8d3b89a3c4f298/) VINCI · Barcelone, Espagne, Spain ### [Data Scientist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/grasim-industries/jobs/a319a052d10205fb088f/) Grasim Industries · Maharashtra ### [Data Scientist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/citigroup/jobs/ce4eb96f4b9bd951ce8d/) Citigroup · London United Kingdom ### [Data Scientist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/e2267a8bfe2ac1344f96/) Siemens OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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