DS Project Lead

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a DS Project Leader who is strategic, collaborative, and solution-oriented to join our Drug Substance Process Sciences team, based at our UCB campus located in Braine-l'Alleud, Walloon Brabant, Belgium.

About the role

You will lead one or more drug substance development projects from preclinical to Phase 3. You are going to define and implement integrated strategies, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure delivery of high-quality outcomes aligned with UCB's CMC goals.

Who you will work with

You'll be joining a dynamic team that values innovation, scientific excellence, and patient-centric development. We're looking for someone who is open-minded, able to see the bigger picture, and willing to step outside their comfort zone. Proactivity, collaboration, and a readiness to support others are key. Your ability to ask the right questions, share knowledge, and contribute meaningfully will be essential to thrive in this role.

What you will do

• You will lead DS sub-teams and represent them in Technical Satellite Teams (TST).
• You will be responsible for defining and executing integrated DS strategies.
• You will manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables with precision.
• You will facilitate technical discussions and co-develop functional plans.
• You will identify and mitigate project risks proactively.
• You will contribute to regulatory submissions and knowledge management.

For this role, we are looking for the following education, experience, and skills

• You hold a PhD or Master's degree in a relevant scientific field.
• You have at least 8 years of experience in CMC pharmaceutical development.
• You bring strong expertise in process chemistry.
• You are fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• You demonstrate strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills.
• You are skilled in risk management and strategic decision-making.
• You have excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• You are open-minded, able to see the bigger picture, and willing to step outside your comfort zone.
• You are proactive, ready to support others, and eager to share knowledge as a team player.
• You know how to ask the right questions to drive progress and clarity.

Are you ready to 'go beyond' to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you

About us
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 8,500 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.

Why work with us?
At UCB, we don't just complete tasks, we create value. We aren't afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We 'go beyond' to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that's on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.

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