Make your mark for patients


We are looking for a Global Medical Head - Integrated Evidence Generation who is strategic, collaborative, and with experience overcoming market access challenges to join us in our Global Medical Affairs team, based in our Brussels headquarters in Belgium (preferred) or in one of our European relevant hubs.


About the role
You will join a highly dynamic team of experts where you will lead the development of the integrated evidence generation (IEG) plan for an asset in the Epilepsy Franchise. In line with the asset strategy, you will provide the strategic overview of the EG needs, priorities, tactics, timelines and expected impact to the relevant internal stakeholders.


Who you’ll work with
You will be working in a cross-functional team that includes the Asset Global Medical Head, regional stakeholders, and external partners. Together, you will align on evidence generation strategies, identify partnership opportunities, and support the delivery of impactful evidence.


What you’ll do

• Develop and execute the IEG plan in line with asset strategy.
• Provide strategic oversight on evidence generation needs and priorities.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration for integrated evidence generation activities.
• Ensure timely delivery of studies, supporting strategy and maximizing impact.
• Manage the budget and track performance using key metrics and KPIs.
• Identify and develop external partnerships for evidence generation.
• Supports life cycle management of the asset

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

• Medical Degree (M.D.) or scientific Ph D, with 5-7 years of experience in pharmaceuticals or biotechnology.
• Proven experience at regional / global level in developing and executing integrated evidence generation strategies.
• Having demonstrated experience overcoming market access challenges, in particular in Europe would be strongly appreciated
• Strong data interpretation, communication skills, and ability to build strategic partnerships.
• Experience in clinical and real-world evidence (RWE) study development.
• Disease area experience in acute seizure management or epilepsy is highly desired.

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 equitable 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 and its subsidiaries encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity.

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.