Senior Leader, Neuroinflammation & Neuroimmunology Research

UCB; Eigenbrakel; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UCB is looking for a Senior Leader in Neuroimmunology Research to join their Neuroinflammation team in Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium. This role involves shaping scientific direction and leading a team to advance innovative treatments focused on neurological diseases influenced by immune mechanisms.

The successful candidate will possess a PhD in a relevant field and have proven industry experience, particularly in peripheral immune biology. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this high-visibility role.

Qualifications

• Proven industry experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology environments.
• Expertise in peripheral immune biology within neurological disease context.
• Experience leading scientific teams and delivering pipeline projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead research strategy in peripheral neuroimmunology and immune‑driven neurological diseases.
• Build, lead and develop a high‑performing team of scientists.
• Drive pipeline projects from target identification to candidate selection.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Scientific Excellence

Education

PhD in immunology, neuroimmunology or related scientific discipline

Job description

UCB is looking for a Senior Leader in Neuroimmunology Research to join their Neuroinflammation team in Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium. This role involves shaping scientific direction and leading a team to advance innovative treatments focused on neurological diseases influenced by immune mechanisms.

The successful candidate will possess a PhD in a relevant field and have proven industry experience, particularly in peripheral immune biology. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this high-visibility role.