Scientific Communication Excellence Lead

UCB S.A.; Slough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company seeks a Scientific Communications Excellence Lead for a strategic role to enhance scientific communications processes. The position requires a Ph.D. in a bioscience field, significant industry experience, and skills in project management and digital innovation. Join a vibrant team dedicated to creating value for patients and making a real impact in the healthcare landscape.

Benefits

Inclusive company culture

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years in the pharmaceutical industry, 5+ years in scientific communications.
• Experience managing vendors and leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong self-starter with a focus on innovation.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovation in scientific communications processes and platforms.
• Collaborate to set industry compliance standards.
• Evaluate trends to maintain communication excellence.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Digital Innovation

Education

Ph.D. in a bioscience field

Tools

Good Publication Practice

ICMJE guidelines

CMPP certification

Job description

Make your mark for patients

We're Hiring: Scientific Communications Excellence Lead (Global Role) Location: Brussels, Belgium or Slough, UK | Global Scope | Medical Communities Function

Are you passionate about elevating scientific communications to new heights? Do you thrive in a strategic, cross-functional environment where innovation, impact, and excellence are the norm? If so, we want to hear from you.

At UCB, we’re looking for a dynamic and visionaryScientific Communications Excellence Leadto join our global team.

What You’ll Do:

• Drive innovation and alignment across global scientific communication processes and platforms.
• Lead initiatives that enhance efficiency, impact, and launch readiness in scientific communications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to set best-in-class standards and ensure compliance with evolving industry guidelines.
• Evaluate new trends, systems, and vendors to keep UCB at the forefront of scientific communication excellence.
• Develop and roll out training programs and enduring materials to support global adoption of new scientific communication processes.
• Monitor performance through KPIs and feedback, ensuring continuous improvement and measurable impact.

What You Bring:

• Ph.D. in a bioscience field preferred, with 7+ years in the pharmaceutical industry and 5+ years in scientific communications.
• Deep knowledge of Good Publication Practice and ICMJE guidelines.
• CMPP certification preferred
• Proven experience managing vendors, leading cross-functional teams, and working in global settings.
• Strong project management, analytical, and communication skills.
• A self-starter mindset with a passion for digital innovation and excellence in scientific communications

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 around 8,500 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.

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.