Transversal Analytical Lifecycle Expert

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a Transversal Analytical Lifecycle Expert who is analytical, collaborative, and detail-oriented to join our Analytical Lifecycle Expertise & Integration team, part of Patient Supply QC organization, based at our UCB campus located in Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium. 

About the role:
You will focus on Analytical Method Lifecycle Management for UCB Commercial Products in a transversal (cross-sites & cross-functional) position.

Who you will work with:
You will work closely with the Industrial Analytical Program team, the Analytical Development Science team, the Patient Supply QC teams, Sites QC teams and Global Quality Assurance teams. 

What you will do 

• Trend and monitor analytical method performance by collecting data, identifying trends, and documenting the outcomes in reports.
• Lead Transversal Analytical Committees to review trends, define and prioritize actions, and ensure proper actions follow-up.
• Lead Invalid Trend analysis by establishing method invalid rates, evaluating QC lab signals, driving committee decisions and documenting outcomes in reports.
• Execute Analytical Method Performance Verification (AMPV) program, including risk assessments, action plans definition, reporting and follow-up.
• Monitor QC release parameters by managing alerts, investigations, and reporting within the CPV framework.
• Drive transversal troubleshooting and remediation activities, ensuring clear definition, coordination, communication and follow-up with stakeholders.
• Manage quality system activities (deviations, investigations, CAPAs, change controls).
• Support or lead cross-functional risk management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to or lead transformational projects to harmonize analytical lifecycle processes.

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

• Master’s degree with 3+ years in analytical roles in the biopharmaceutical industry. 
• Strong expertise in analytical techniques (chromatography, biological assays, spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, microbiology).
• Solid understanding of CMC and analytics for late-stage/commercial products;
• Knowledge of quality and regulatory aspects is a plus.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills, with experience in troubleshooting.
• Data-driven mindset with ability to assess risks and justify decisions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in complex, cross-functional environments.
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

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 over 9.000 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. 

At UCB, we’ve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws. 
 
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on [email protected]. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.