About this opportunity
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We are looking for a Quality Control Biologics Team Leader for our Braine Biological testing Center (BBC) who is proactive, detail-oriented, and a strong leader to join our QC Braine Biological testing Center (BBC) team, based at our UCB campus in Braine-l'Alleud, Belgium.
The role requires flexibility in working hours and participation in an on-call rotation one weekend out of three (phone support).
About the Role
As a Quality Control BBC Team Leader, you will oversee the team of technicians to ensure timely and safe analysis of biological products manufactured on Braine Campus supporting in-process control testing and product release. You will play a key role in supporting audits, product launches, and driving continuous improvement.
Who You Will Work With
You will collaborate closely with the Production team, Quality Assurance team, stakeholders, and other parties to ensure smooth communication and effective management of lead times and investigations. You will also work with your team to enhance their expertise and support their development.
What You Will Do
Manage teams of technicians to ensure timely and safe QC analyses.
Provide responsive in-process control testing support across shifts to meet production needs.
Support audits and product launches by sharing data with authorities.
Handle actions, deviations, and investigations in collaboration with QA.
Coach and develop technicians and support troubleshooting in the lab.
Drive continuous improvement in a GMP-regulated QC laboratory environment.
Ensure a safe working environment and apply the company's Health and Safety policy.
Interested? For this role, we are looking for the following qualifications, experience, and skills:
Master’s degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent experience.
Experience managing a QC lab and leading a team.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Fluent in English and French.
Ability to manage multiple requests and prioritize tasks.
Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement skills.
Internal applicants should be in their current job for at least 12 months, must meet performance standards and are not on formal corrective/disciplinary process (PIP), warning, final warning, or compliance warning letters within the last 12 months. Please inform your Manager or your Talent Partner before applying to any internal job opportunities.
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, this role is hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office, irrespective of your current contractual agreement. Should your current working arrangements differ, please contact your Talent Partner to discuss, before submitting your application.
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 [email protected] . Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.
Requisition ID: 93606
Recruiter: Aude Remue
Hiring Manager: Arnaud Mayence
Talent Partner: Lucy Ardelaen
Job Level: SA II
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