Make your mark for patients

We are looking for an Analytical Transfer & QC Readiness Program Lead who is eager to join our dynamic Patient Supply Quality Control department, based in our manufacturing site in Bulle, Switzerland.

About the role

As an Analytical Transfer & QC Readiness Program Lead, you are responsible for leading the Analytical Method Transfer and QC Readiness program, ensuring successful execution of analytical activities across global sites.

You will oversee planning, coordination, and implementation of analytical strategies to support product lifecycle and regulatory compliance.

Who you’ll work with

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality Control, Analytical Development, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, and external partners to ensure seamless analytical method transfers and readiness for QC testing.

What you’ll do

• Lead the AMTE program strategy and execution across global sites.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to cross-functional projects.
• Develop and manage project timelines and deliverables.
• Develop and implement standardized processes for analytical method transfers.
• Facilitate cross-site collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Monitor program performance and report key metrics to leadership.
• Support process transfers for late-stage and commercial biologics.
• Provide lab support for manufacturing and investigations.
• Support readiness activities for new product introductions and technology transfers.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.

I nterested? For this role we’re looking for the following education, experience and skills

• Advanced degree (PhD, MSc) in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in biopharmaceutical analytical development or QC.
• Proven track record in analytical method transfers and QC readiness.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a transversal matrix.
• Capacity to cope with change management, high sense of empathy, capacity to motivate and make people grow through proper coaching and delegations.
• Ability to evaluate staffing and means versus project workload and translate into a clear action plan with an appropriates follow-up is essential.
• Operational excellence (including 5S, Tier cascade, Coaching, Training, Lead time, Investigation, etc).
• Capable of making one's proper decisions by utilizing strong analytical skills, troubleshooting and problem-solving approach.
• Change management skills.
• Ability to lead investigation/deviation to support laboratories investigations with QC laboratories.

• Excellent communication, influencing and collaboration abilities.
• Fluent in English and French (written and spoken).

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.