Candidate Delivery Systems Lead

UCB; Eigenbrakel; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

UCB in Belgium is seeking a Candidate Delivery Systems Lead to drive the development of innovative drug delivery systems within their Devices & Primary Packaging Development team. This role involves ensuring that delivery solutions are both patient-centric and aligned with UCB's product strategies.

The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, manage program risks, and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations. A strong degree in life sciences and experience in the pharmaceutical industry are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and quality requirements across EU and US markets.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional programs and influence without direct authority.

Responsabilités

• Drive identification, development, and implementation of drug delivery systems.
• Ensure delivery solutions are patient-centric and aligned with UCB’s product strategies.
• Lead cross-functional technical program teams across development stages.
• Ensure compliance with medical device regulations, GMP requirements, and quality systems.

Connaissances

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Formation

Degree in life sciences or related discipline

Description du poste

We are looking for a Candidate Delivery Systems Lead who is innovation‑driven, technically grounded, and cross‑functional to join our Devices & Primary Packaging Development team, shaping drug delivery solutions across UCB’s portfolio. This position is based in Braine‑l'Alleud, Belgium.

About The Role

As Candidate Delivery Systems Lead, you will drive the identification, development, and implementation of drug delivery systems from early research through to candidate, asset development, and, where needed, commercialization. You will ensure that delivery solutions are fit‑for‑purpose, patient‑centric, and aligned with UCB’s product strategies.

Operating in a dynamic and matrixed environment, you will connect cross‑functional teams to anticipate evidence and technology needs, align stakeholders, and ensure continuity from early innovation through design control and lifecycle activities. You will also play a key role in shaping platform strategies and strengthening internal expertise across delivery technologies.

Who You’ll Work With

You will report to the Head of Candidate Delivery Systems and collaborate with a wide network of stakeholders across Patient Supply, Clinical, Non‑Clinical, Regulatory Affairs, Commercial, Patient Solutions, and Quality teams. You will also interact with Technical Solution Teams and cross‑functional program teams to ensure alignment and execution of delivery strategies.

What You’ll Do

• Identify, evaluate, and coordinate the development of drug delivery systems for pipeline candidates.
• Define and drive delivery strategy, ensuring alignment with patient needs and product requirements.
• Lead or contribute to cross‑functional technical program teams across development stages.
• Translate stakeholder requirements into clear technical and program specifications.
• Support human factors studies and ensure patient‑centric design approaches.
• Ensure compliance with medical device regulations, GMP requirements, and quality systems.
• Contribute to regulatory submissions, including device‑related documentation and responses.
• Assess and manage program risks, timelines, budgets, and resource needs.
• Promote platform strategies and reusable delivery solutions across the portfolio.
• Build strong interfaces between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment and communication.

Qualifications

• Degree in life sciences, or a related discipline.
• Experience in pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and quality requirements across EU and US markets.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional programs and influence without direct authority.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills in a global environment.

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