Make your mark for patients
We are looking for a
Digital Technology Lead Clinical Data Layer
who is
strategic, solutions‑oriented, and collaborative
to join us in our
Patient Evidence and Digital Technology
team, based in our
Brussels
office in
Belgium
.
About The Role
You will lead the global vision, design, implementation and daily operation of the clinical data layer that stores, manages, and provisions clinical and associated data for all therapeutic areas. You will ensure the data layer is modern, reliable, automation‑ready, and fully compliant with regulatory expectations. This includes defining a future‑proof architecture, managing platform lifecycles, and enabling efficient, secure access to high‑quality data for analytics, statistics, documents, and intelligent solutions. Your work will enable the entire development pipeline by providing stable, trusted data engineering, management, and processing capabilities. You will also introduce improved ways of working, support adoption, and deliver value through frequent, transparent releases.
Who You'll Work With
You will be working in a team that partners closely with clinical data managers, statisticians, analysts, data governance leaders, and quality teams across the organisation. You will collaborate with process owners to define metadata models, ownership structures, and strong data practices. You will also engage with engineers, managed service providers, and external technology partners to support platform delivery and operations. Your role requires effective communication, relationship building, and influence across diverse groups in a highly regulated environment.
What You'll Do
* Translate the clinical data platform strategy into a clear roadmap with quarterly value releases and align all key stakeholders
* Own the architecture and technology components of the data platform; evaluate new solutions and ensure alignment with enterprise standards
* Build a strong network to shape requirements and support operational decisions through clear, thoughtful communication
* Lead project delivery, planning, resourcing, and day‑to‑day management of initiatives across the clinical data platform
* Define and optimize operational processes for data engineering, management, and provisioning through internal teams and external providers
* Drive adoption of new technologies; support change management and define expectations for data and process owners
* Ensure readiness for internal and external audits; collaborate with auditors and demonstrate compliance
* Manage vendor relationships and build effective, long‑term partnerships
Interested? For this role we're looking for the following education, experience and skills
* Master's degree in computer science, data engineering, information systems, or a related field; equivalent experience considered
* Strong technical expertise in data management, data operations, or data warehousing in complex environments
* Experience designing and operating large‑scale technology solutions and modern data architectures
* Understanding of clinical development and regulated environments; strong knowledge of data integrity and system validation
* Proven project and program management skills including budgeting, planning, and stakeholder alignment
* Strong communication skills; able to engage both technical and non‑technical audiences
* Comfortable navigating ambiguity; able to switch between strategy and detail to deliver actionable solutions
* Quality‑driven mindset with a consistent focus on compliance and reliability
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 EMEA- Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.