What you'll do
Own and manage a portfolio of laboratory digital systems and equipment environments, ensuring secure, reliable, and compliant operation throughout their lifecycle
Partner with laboratory stakeholders to understand future needs, assess demand, prioritize initiatives, and develop technology roadmaps aligned with business objectives
Lead the design, implementation, integration, validation, and deployment of digital solutions supporting laboratory equipment and scientific processes
Ensure systems comply with pharmaceutical regulations, cybersecurity requirements, data integrity standards, and business continuity expectations
Coordinate internal teams and external partners to deliver technology projects on time while balancing quality, compliance, operational readiness, and cost-effectiveness
Monitor system performance and continuously improve technology environments to support evolving laboratory and manufacturing requirements
Contribute to the development of standards, governance processes, and best practices for laboratory technology integration and digital operations
Interested? For this role we're looking for the following education, experience and skills
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field
At least 5 years of experience in IT, including project delivery, system implementation, and stakeholder management within complex environments
Strong knowledge of laboratory systems, laboratory equipment integration, and digital technologies supporting scientific or manufacturing operations
Good understanding of infrastructure technologies including networks, servers, cloud platforms, operating systems, databases, and cybersecurity principles
Experience working in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, healthcare, or other compliance-driven environments
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear business discussions and influence diverse stakeholders
Fluent in English is a must, fluency in French is highly desirable
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 over 9.000 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.
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 or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.
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 EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.
