Laurent Collard

Senior Scientist (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance)

Montigny-le-Tilleul, Walloon Region, Belgium

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Experience

  • UCB (25 yrs 10 mos)
    • Senior Scientist (NMR) - Molecular Characterization & Material Sciences
      Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr 1 mo

    • Scientist (MS & NMR) - Analytical Sciences for Pharmaceuticals
      Dec 2021 - Jun 2025 · 3 yrs 7 mos

      Project Management: managed analytical projects focused on the characterization of small molecules and peptides. Project timelines, and ensured the delivery of high-quality results within deadlines. Stakeholder Communication: Clear and effective communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress and addressing any issues promptly. Continuous Improvement in Analytical Techniques: High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry (HRMS): Continuously enhanced expertise, staying updated with the latest advancements and methodologies. Applied cutting-edge techniques to improve the sensitivity, accuracy, and resolution. Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR): Committed to ongoing learning and improvement in NMR spectroscopy. Innovation and Optimization: Implemented innovative solutions and optimized existing analytical methods to enhance efficiency and data quality.

    • Associate Scientist (MS & NMR) - Analytical Sciences for Pharmaceuticals
      Apr 2017 - Nov 2021 · 4 yrs 8 mos

      2D LC-MS with Heartcutting: Performed advanced 2D LC-MS analysis with heartcutting, significantly improving the separation and identification of complex mixtures. This technique enhanced the resolution and sensitivity of the analysis, leading to more precise results. Advanced NMR Knowledge: Continuously improved NMR expertise by mastering 2D homo- and heteronuclear coupling techniques. This included in-depth analysis using COSY, TOCSY, NOESY (homonuclear) and HSQC, HMBC (heteronuclear) couplings, which facilitated the detailed structural elucidation of small molecules.