Global Advanced Analytics Lead Patient Solutions / Patient Evidence

UCB S.A.; Anderlecht; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UCB is seeking a Global Advanced Analytics Lead to drive analytics projects that generate meaningful insights to support patient value. You will guide development and implementation of analytics solutions, translate business needs into analytical approaches, and ensure models operate effectively as they scale.

You will collaborate across Integrated Insights, Advanced Analytics, Patient Solutions, and Patient Evidence, partnering with business leaders and regional teams to co-create priorities

Qualifications

• Master’s or doctoral degree in a quantitative field.
• 7+ years applying predictive modelling and data transformation techniques.
• Experience leading complex analytics projects from initiation to implementation.
• Proficiency in programming and application development using Python or R.
• Experience working with patient-related data (claims, laboratory results, clinical notes, or registries).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret model results.
• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences and build compelling storylines.
• Proactive, flexible, and creative mindset with ability to navigate challenges and drive impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced analytics projects that address key business questions and uncover opportunities for patients and the organisation.
• Translate complex business needs into clear analytical solutions that generate actionable insights.
• Guide development, implementation, and ongoing operations of analytics models to ensure reliability and scalability.
• Partner with insights leads and cross-functional teams to shape analytics priorities and deliver integrated insights.
• Mentor colleagues by demonstrating effective analytics practices, communication, and practical implementation of recommendations.
• Strengthen collaboration with internal and external stakeholders through structured communication and shared learning.
• Support the development of a data-driven culture by demonstrating the value of advanced analytics across the organisation.
• Contribute to talent development by coaching team members and fostering a strong analytics community.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in a quantitative field

Tools

Python

R

Job description

Make your mark for patients

Global Advanced Analytics Lead

We are looking for a Global Advanced Analytics Lead who is innovative, collaborative, and impact‑driven to join our Patient Evidence team, based in our UCB office in Belgium, the United States, or Japan.

About the role

You will lead advanced analytics projects that generate meaningful insights to support patient value. You will guide the development and implementation of analytics solutions, translate business needs into analytical approaches, and ensure models operate effectively as they scale. You will also champion a data‑driven culture by integrating diverse data sources, shaping analytics strategies, and enabling predictive insights that support future decisions and successful launches. Your work will help reduce reliance on primary data by maximising the value of existing data sources and advanced analytics methods.

Who you’ll work with

You will be working in a team that collaborates closely with colleagues across Integrated Insights and Advanced Analytics, Patient Solutions, and Patient Evidence. You will partner with business leaders, regional analytics teams, and scientific experts to co‑create priorities and deliver impactful insights. You will also engage with external stakeholders and contribute to a strong analytics community that values shared learning, communication, and continuous improvement.

What you’ll do

• Lead advanced analytics projects that address key business questions and uncover new opportunities for patients and the organisation.
• Translate complex business needs into clear analytical solutions that generate actionable insights.
• Guide the development, implementation, and ongoing operations of analytics models to ensure reliability and scalability.
• Partner with insights leads and cross‑functional teams to shape analytics priorities and deliver integrated insights.
• Mentor colleagues by demonstrating effective analytics practices, communication, and practical implementation of recommendations.
• Strengthen collaboration with internal and external stakeholders through structured communication and shared learning.
• Support the development of a data‑driven culture by demonstrating the value of advanced analytics across the organisation.
• Contribute to talent development by coaching team members and fostering a strong analytics community.

Interested? For this role we’re looking for:

• A master’s or doctoral degree in a quantitative field.
• At least seven years of experience applying predictive modelling and data transformation techniques.
• Experience leading complex projects from initiation to implementation.
• Proficiency in programming and application development using tools such as Python or R.
• Experience working with patient‑related data, including claims, laboratory results, clinical notes, or registries.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret model results and identify potential issues.
• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non‑technical audiences and build compelling storylines.
• A proactive, flexible, and creative mindset, with the ability to navigate challenges and drive impact.

Internal applicants should be in their current job for at least 12 months, must meet performance standards and are not on formal corrective/disciplinary process (PIP), warning, final warning, or compliance warning letters within the last 12 months. Please inform your Manager or your Talent Partner before applying to any internal job opportunities.

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, this role is hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office, irrespective of your current contractual agreement. Should your current working arrangements differ, please contact your Talent Partner to discuss, before submitting your application.

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 [e-mail] . Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.

Requisition ID:92949

Recruiter:Pierre-Julien Dechassat

Hiring Manager:Benediekt Muylaert-Gelein

Talent Partner:Cornelius Luedtke

Job Level: MM I

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