Biological Characterization Project Lead (UK)
Biological Characterization Project Lead (UK) role at UCB
Overview
We are seeking a Senior Scientist (Biological Characterization Project Lead) to join the Characterisation and Material Sciences (CMS) department, based in Slough, UK or Braine l’Alleud, Belgium. This role is not lab-based and focuses on supporting early-phase projects as they prepare for INDs, requiring both technical expertise and strong project management skills.
What you’ll do
* Represent early-stage projects both technically and as a project manager.
* Input into the design of characterisation work packages.
* Contribute to critical quality attribute (CQA) assessments.
* Author and review analytical aspects of regulatory submissions, protocols, and reports.
* Liaise with scientists to obtain and interpret data.
* Communicate issues and findings to principal scientists and management.
* Manage documentation, including risk assessments and quality management system activities.
* Ensure quality processes are maintained and followed.
* Engage in self-learning by reviewing relevant scientific literature.
Who you’ll work with
You will collaborate with colleagues in characterization, formulation, analytical method development, upstream and downstream science, devices, quality control, stability, statistics, regulatory, and quality assurance. You’ll interact with teams across the UK, Belgium, Switzerland, the US, contract labs, and academic partners. The environment is dynamic with multiple parallel activities and changing priorities, so adaptability and the ability to work with minimal supervision are essential.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s or PhD preferred
* At least 5–10 years of industrial experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical characterization, with sustained project representation experience
* Excellent knowledge of protein chemistry
* Proficiency in electronic document management systems, quality management systems, and risk databases
* Experience working with internal regulatory teams and responding to regulatory agency submissions
About Us
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 8,500 people worldwide.
Equal Opportunity
UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws. If you require adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities, contact us at EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com. Note: if your inquiry does not relate to adjustments, this channel may not be able to assist.
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