We are looking for a Bio Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT) Quality Lead who is collaborative, quality‑driven, and solutions‑oriented to join our Quality Internal Manufacturing & Operations team, based at our UCB campus located in Braine l’alleud, Belgium.
About the role:
In this global role, you will provide expert quality leadership and oversight for MSAT activities across internal and external manufacturing of biological drug substances, drug products, and packaging. You will guide quality strategy, support investigations, enable process transfers and validation, and ensure alignment with evolving regulatory expectations. You will collaborate closely with global teams to drive continuous improvement, operational excellence, and cross‑functional problem solving.
Who you will work with:
You will partner with a wide network of internal and external stakeholders across Bio MSAT, Bio MSAT Quality, Supply Chain, Internal and External Manufacturing, CMC Quality, Regulatory Affairs, IT, External & Clinical Supply Quality, and other teams in the global Quality organisation. You will also collaborate with leaders and technical experts across brands, facilities, and geographies.
What you will do:
You will provide expert QA leadership across Internal & External Bio MSAT activities to support manufacturing, troubleshooting, and decision‑making.
You will oversee and guide complex investigations, root‑cause analysis, and CAPA implementation to ensure robust and compliant outcomes.
You will drive quality oversight of process validation, continued process verification, and lifecycle management activities.
You will support technical transfers, analytical activities, process industrialisation, and improvement initiatives across global sites.
You will build and enhance quality governance models that optimise collaboration, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement.
You will promote quality best practices, mentor colleagues, and contribute actively to developing talent within the broader Quality organisation.
Interested? For this role, we are looking for the following education, experience, and skills:
Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in a scientific or engineering field relevant to biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
Experience in Biopharma operations, including manufacturing processes and analytical methods, with solid understanding of regulatory requirements.
Ability to interpret complex technical challenges, influence senior stakeholders, and navigate cross‑functional decision making.
Strong experience in leading investigations, risk assessment, root‑cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate globally and operate effectively in multicultural environments.
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate teams while managing projects across geographies and organisational boundaries.
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