Analytical Project Lead

Analytical Project Lead

UCB - Union Chimique Belge

Braine L'alleud, Belgium

About the role

You will lead CMC projects from an analytical standpoint, from preparation to early clinical phases through to product launch. You will coordinate analytical activities, align plans with wider product development strategies, and ensure regulatory readiness. Working closely with cross‑functional partners, you will anticipate risks, manage priorities, and support high‑quality, timely decision‑making across projects. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative medicines while working in a structured and supportive environment.

What you’ll do

• Lead CMC projects from an analytical standpoint and represent analytical sciences department within cross‑functional project teams
• Coordinate analytical plans, timelines, budgets, and resources across internal and external partners
• Prepare analytical documentation for clinical and regulatory submissions
• Identify, assess, and mitigate analytical risks, escalating topics and coordinate investigations when appropriate
• Facilitate clear communication between stakeholders, experts, and leadership
• Support analytical strategies aligned with overall product development plans

Interested? For this role we’re looking for the following education, experience and skills

• Master’s degree in scientific discipline relevant to biopharmaceutical development
• At least 7 years’ experience in CMC development of biological products with demonstrated experience in analytics
• Broad knowledge of analytical method development, validation, transfer, stability and testing strategies
• Experience working in regulated pharmaceutical development environments
• Ability to coordinate complex projects and influence in matrix organizations
• Fluent English communication skills. French is an advantage