IT Lead - Transversal Delivery

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UCB is seeking to hire an exceptional IT Lead in Transversal Delivery as part of our IT Early Solutions (ES) team. The primary objective of the role is to lead the delivery of (complex) technology initiatives aligned with the Early Solutions strategic priorities, acting as a role model for efficient delivery and cross-team collaboration. This person will apply their extensive understanding of technology in life sciences research and IT strategy & architecture to ensure that the selected solutions are fully aligned with the IT (ES) application, data and broader technology strategy. He/She will also lead highly streamlined, multi-disciplinary project teams to deliver end-to-end data and technology solutions.

Note: This position will be a hybrid role (not remote) with our hire to be based out of UCB's Boston R&D Hub in Cambridge, MA.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Drive complex projects/programs from the early stages of strategic planning, project set-up and partnering, over execution and project closure.

• Manage projects/programs in terms of scope, schedule, cost and stakeholders to successfully deliver complex technology initiatives. Apply the appropriate project management methodologies, including agile and waterfall (incl. GxP requirements, where applicable).

• Closely monitor and communicate on project status, including potential interdependencies, risks, issues and mitigations.

• You will strategically identify opportunities that add value, based on a solid understanding of technology in the life sciences research context, insight in IT architecture and IT delivery models.

• You must also collaborate effectively across IT teams to strengthen, streamline and future-proof the Early Solutions data, code and compute infrastructure.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• A minimum of a Master's Degree in a relevant field is required

Business Knowledge and Technical Expertise

• Work experience in IT project and program management of advanced technology, including end responsibility for all aspects of delivery and the IT compliance context.

• Deep understanding of IT system lifecycle management (implementation & routine run).

• Solid working knowledge of current and emerging technology architectures.

• Understanding of lab systems, scientific experiment data acquisition, data integration, data analysis, as well as the emerging "in-silico science" area.

• Experience using analysis and analytics scientific software such as modeling & simulation software, statistical software and data analysis applications.

Management and Leadership skills

• Highly skilled in stakeholder engagement, e.g. driving conversations ensuring value identification in an opportunity-rich working environment.

• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a highly dynamic environment is crucial.

• Experience working in a multi-facetted, highly collaborative environment is essential, as well as the ability to foster effective conversations on diverse viewpoints.

Salary Range: $166,800 to $218,925

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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are open to all talent, and adhere to Affirmative Action principles. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to neurodiversity, race/ethnicity, colour, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on US-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com for application to US based roles. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.

Requisition ID: 87191

Recruiter: John Gasbarre

Hiring Manager: Maarten Van Acker

Talent Partner: Britta Gotsch

Job Level: MM I

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