Make your mark for patients
We are looking for a Candidate Delivery Systems Lead who is innovation‑driven, technically grounded, and cross‑functional to join our Devices & Primary Packaging Development team, shaping drug delivery solutions across UCB’s portfolio. This position is based in Braine-l'Alleud, Belgium.
About the Role
As Candidate Delivery Systems Lead, you will drive the identification, development, and implementation of drug delivery systems from early research through to candidate, asset development, and, where needed, commercialization. You will ensure that delivery solutions are fit‑for‑purpose, patient‑centric, and aligned with UCB’s product strategies.
Operating in a dynamic and matrixed environment, you will connect cross‑functional teams to anticipate evidence and technology needs, align stakeholders, and ensure continuity from early innovation through design control and lifecycle activities. You will also play a key role in shaping platform strategies and strengthening internal expertise across delivery technologies.
Who You’ll Work With
You will report to the Head of Candidate Delivery Systems and collaborate with a wide network of stakeholders across Patient Supply, Clinical, Non‑Clinical, Regulatory Affairs, Commercial, Patient Solutions, and Quality teams. You will also interact with Technical Solution Teams and cross‑functional program teams to ensure alignment and execution of delivery strategies.
What You’ll Do
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Identify, evaluate, and coordinate the development of drug delivery systems for pipeline candidates.
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Define and drive delivery strategy, ensuring alignment with patient needs and product requirements.
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Lead or contribute to cross‑functional technical program teams across development stages.
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Translate stakeholder requirements into clear technical and program specifications.
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Support human factors studies and ensure patient‑centric design approaches.
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Ensure compliance with medical device regulations, GMP requirements, and quality systems.
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Contribute to regulatory submissions, including device‑related documentation and responses.
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Assess and manage program risks, timelines, budgets, and resource needs.
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Promote platform strategies and reusable delivery solutions across the portfolio.
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Build strong interfaces between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment and communication.
Interested? For this role we’re looking for:
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Degree in life sciences, or a related discipline.
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Experience in pharmaceutical industry.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory and quality requirements across EU and US markets.
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Proven ability to lead cross‑functional programs and influence without direct authority.
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Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills in a global environment.
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 [email protected]. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.
