Make your mark for patients
We are looking for a proactive, solution-oriented, and collaborative Digital Technology Expert GxP lab Information Systems to join our Digital Technology Patient Solutions team, based in our office in Braine l’Alleud, Belgium.
About the Role
You will play a key role in defining, implementing, and managing technology solutions that support Research & Early Development activities, particularly within Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) environments. Your expertise will ensure that lab automation platforms and scientific IT systems are effectively integrated, compliant, and aligned with business needs.
Who You’ll Work With
You will be working in a team that partners closely with Research stakeholders, Digital Technology colleagues, Quality Assurance, and Compliance teams. Together, you will ensure that technology solutions enhance productivity, maintain compliance, and support research innovation.
What You’ll Do
1. Define and implement digital solutions for GxP lab automation and data management.
2. Oversee compliance of GxP IT systems, ensuring proper documentation and validation.
3. Act as the IT System Owner (ITSO) for key GLP and GCP applications.
4. Provide third-level technical support for laboratory systems.
5. Lead vendor coordination and internal IT Subject Matter Experts for scientific applications.
6. Drive technology selection, implementation, and lifecycle management for research systems.
7. Support internal and external audits and ensure follow-up on corrective actions.
8. Collaborate with global Digital Technology teams to align on compliance strategies.
Interested? For this role we’re looking for the following education, experience and skills
9. Master’s degree in IT, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field
10. Strong technical affinity with IT systems and scientific instrumentation
11. 3+ years of experience in a similar role within GxP environments
12. Experience in managing digital lab automation and research workflows
13. Knowledge of IT compliance frameworks (e.g., Computerized Systems Validation)
14. Ability to manage stakeholders in an international, multidisciplinary environment
15. Experience in technology project management, from strategy to implementation
16. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
17. Fluent in English with a good knowledge of French
If you are interested to learn more about IT within UCB, please find more information here .
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!