Team Lead (Clinical Stability & Specifications)

Make your mark for patients.

We’re here because we want to build the future and transform patients’ lives for the better.

At UCB, our people are our experiences and achievements, our passion and drive. That’s why we’re looking for talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences - not just the best and brightest, but those who care about making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. We promote an environment of diversity, openness, and respect where people can make valuable contributions.

An exciting journey lies ahead. Will you join us in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible?

To strengthen our Clinical Stability and Specifications (CSS) Team, based in our Biotech Sciences Department in Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium we are looking to fill the position of: Team Lead CSS.

Do you have an agile mindset that enjoys being analytical? This innovative blend of talent means you are able to swiftly apply forward thinking for the good of patients.

As a UCB “agylitical” Team Lead you like to work in anenvironmentwhere you can:

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  Manage a team of 8 analysts for release and stability testing
• Manage the planning of the lab for the stability programs, comparability studies, and releases for our early NBE molecules
• Manage deviations, ensure data integrity and efficient ways of working in the lab
• Interact with the project (molecule) representatives
• Support laboratory investigation

You will more precisely contribute by:

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  Supporting and planning the day to day laboratory activities
• Taking accountability of the data generated within the team
• Supporting project teams with key deliverables (stability & comparability data)
• Anticipating needs in the analytical field to mitigate risks and create competitive advantages for our products

Interested? For this position you’ll need the following education,experience andskills:

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  Master’s Degree in Analytical Siences, Biochemistry or Analytical Chemistry.
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role including People Management.
• Deep expertise in analytical techniques such as: chromatography, electrophoresis, immunoassays and pharmacopeias techniques applied to proteins.
• Great experience with working to GMP standards in a QC laboratory.
• Very good command in French and English.

Soft skills:

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  Being autonomous with a problem solving & pragmatic mindset.
• You know how to manage your priorities and the stress that can ensue.
• Being able to listen to your team, you evolve together in taking initiatives and carrying out projects.

Why you should apply?

At UCB, we strive to attract passionate and outstanding talents who thrive on change and are ready to bring real value to patients. Working for us you’ll discover a place where you can grow and express your full potential. We place an emphasis on innovation, collaboration and impact. Through meaningful recognition and a motivating work atmosphere, we aim to provide an optimal experience by caring about and valuing our employees – just as we do for the patients we serve.

If you believe you are the perfect match to join us on our pioneering adventure, then we invite you to apply and tell us more about your profile and motivation.

About us.

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 7,600 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.

At UCB, everything we do start with a simple question: “How will this create value for people living with severe disease?”. We are on a journey to become the patient-preferred biopharma leader by delivering medicines and solutions that improve lives. We want to ensure the creation of patient value, now and into the future, while contributing to a society where a population of 8 billion people and more should be able to live a good life within limited resources of one planet.

UCB and its subsidiaries encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity.