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Make your mark for patients
We are looking for an Industrial Lead Bio Drug Substance who is proactive, strategic, and quality-oriented to join our Industrialization & Network Planning team, based in our Bulle office in Switzerland.
About The Role
As an Industrial Lead Bio Drug Substance, you will develop and implement industrialization and manufacturing strategies for late-stage development and commercial products. You will also manage strategic project portfolios, ensure supply network readiness, and act as a subject matter expert supporting CMC activities.
Who You’ll Work With
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including project managers, manufacturing leaders, and technical experts. You’ll work closely with internal development groups, UCB manufacturing sites, and external CMOs to ensure strategic alignment and delivery across the product lifecycle.
What You’ll Do
* Develop long-term industrial plans for Bio Drug Substance manufacturing
* Manage strategic project portfolios and lead lifecycle activities
* Ensure alignment of development strategies with industrial capabilities
* Assess and mitigate risks across the supply and process lifecycle
* Support regulatory submissions and product launch readiness
* Act as SME in manufacturing governance and technical discussions
Interested? For this role we’re looking for the following education, experience and skills
* University degree in science, engineering, or related field
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in pharma or biotech manufacturing or industrialization
* Strong knowledge of Bio Drug Substance development and supply processes
* Experience in project and portfolio management within cross-functional teams
* Understanding of regulatory and cGMP requirements in biologics
* Fluency in English, with excellent communication and documentation skills
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 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.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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