Digital Technology Lead

pWe are looking for a bDigital Technology Lead for Information Architecture /b, who is bcollaborative /b, bcurious /b, and bproactive /bto join us in our bDigital Technology Patient Solutions team /b, based at our UCB campus located in bBraine-l'Alleud, Walloon Brabant, Belgium /b. /ph3About the role: /h3pYou will be working in a Digital Technology team that designs and delivers technology solutions for Patient Solutions, UCB’s research and early development (ReD) department. You connect scientific needs with robust, compliant technology, leading complex data architecture initiatives from strategy through delivery in a matrix organization. You will design information architectures and solutions, drive technology innovation and contribute to the redesign of our research data foundation. Your digital project portfolio accelerates research early development, and ultimately has a positive impact on the lives of patients worldwide. /ph3Who you’ll work with: /h3pYou will be working in a global and multidisciplinary team alongside research scientists, technology specialists, data governance colleagues, and external partners. You will engage with stakeholders across science and technology to understand needs, clarify requirements, and translate /ppopportunities into practical, scalable solutions. You will collaborate with enterprise IT services for operations, compliance, and support, and you will help unite diverse teams to share innovation and accelerate delivery in a supportive, inclusive environment. /ph3What you’ll do: /h3ulliCo-design the information architecture for our global research and early development organization, ensuring data are FAIR and ALCOA+. /liliLead a digital transformation project portfolio to deliver a scalable data foundation for UCB’s ReD organization to deliver re-usable and AI-ready data products for the entire company. /liliImplement scalable metadata management technologies to improve data quality, lineage, and discoverability /liliOversee system interdependencies, scale transversal solutions, and ensure compliant operations. /liliInteract closely with scientists and data owners across our global ReD organization, while maintaining equally close interactions with your transversal DT colleagues. /liliFollow emerging technologies closely and participate in defining the (digital) technology roadmap for Patient Solutions and accelerate digital transformation /li /ulh3Interested? For this role we’re looking for the following education, experience and

skills:
/h3ulliMaster’s or PhD degree in a scientific or technology field; good knowledge of biology, chemistry, pharmacy, bioengineering or related sciences /liliDeep IT technical expertise in designing data foundation environments with the latest technologies. Mandatory hands-on experience with databricks/snowflake configuration/pipeline implementation and data catalogues. /liliExperience in information architecture design for global digitalization programs in a research and early development context. Good understanding of advanced scientific and laboratory information systems (ELNs, entity sample registries, modeling analytics, …), and experience with integrating these in a data foundation architecture. /liliGood understanding of scientific data formats and types, data management, metadata governance and data modelling /liliExperience applying AI-driven approaches to data or metadata management /liliStrong understanding of structured and unstructured data management /liliUnderstanding of pharmaceutical and biotechnological research, ability to bridge research and technology with clear communication towards scientific and IT-technical stakeholders /liliCurious and innovative mindset with a positive ‘can do’ attitude /li /ulpAre 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 /ph3About Us /h3pUCB 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. /ph3Why work with us? /h3pAt 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. /ppAt 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. /ppUCB is an equal opportuni