Neurology External Innovation & Evaluation Lead

UCB; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybrid; EUR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

UCB is seeking a Clinical Search and Evaluation Lead Neurology to join our global Business Development Neurology team, based in Brussels, Monheim, or Slough, with hybrid work options.

You will monitor the external neurology landscape to identify partnering opportunities, scout and evaluate promising assets, and provide strategic, evidence-based recommendations to guide investments and transactions. Travel up to 15–20% is expected.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of neurology, patient populations and clinical development pathways.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategy and analyze complex evidence.
• Clear, credible communication and relationship-building with external partners and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Build and shape neurology partnering strategy.
• Monitor external innovation landscape in neurology to identify partnering opportunities.
• Screen and evaluate opportunities for strategic fit and value creation.
• Support due diligence and provide evidence-based recommendations.
• Challenging assumptions during cross-functional due diligence and shaping mitigation plans.
• Build external networks and represent the company at events.

Skills

Neurology knowledge

Strategy development

Communication

English fluency

Travel willingness

AI-enabled tools

Digital tools

Education

Medical degree

Doctoral scientific degree

Job description

UCB is seeking a Clinical Search and Evaluation Lead Neurology to join our global Business Development Neurology team, based in Brussels, Monheim, or Slough, with hybrid work options.

You will monitor the external neurology landscape to identify partnering opportunities, scout and evaluate promising assets, and provide strategic, evidence-based recommendations to guide investments and transactions. Travel up to 15–20% is expected.