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QC Microbiology Lab & Environmental Monitoring Specialist
We are looking for a QC Microbio & EM Specialist who is analytical, reliable, and proactive to join our Quality Control team, based at our UCB campus in Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium.
About the role
You are going to play a key role in supporting investigations related to microbiology and environmental monitoring activities, including clean utilities, bioburden, endotoxins, sterility samples, and more.
You will act as the point of contact for stakeholders during microbial contamination events and help ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices.
Who you will work with
You will report to the Head of the Microbiology Lab & Environmental Monitoring, and collaborate closely with Lab and Production Team Leaders, Technicians, and QA colleagues.
What you will do
- Lead and follow up on deviations and investigations in microbiology and environmental monitoring
- Write investigation reports and update laboratory documentation
- Support product launches and prepare regulatory documentation
- Ensure compliance with procedures and implement corrective and preventive actions
- Communicate priorities and urgencies within the lab team to adjust planning
- Assist in drafting documents for projects and change controls
Interested? For this role, we are looking for the following education, experience, and skills
- Master’s degree in a relevant field
- Minimum 3 years of Pharmaceutical experience
- Experience in deviation management and microbiology/environmental monitoring
- Knowledge of endotoxins and sterility testing is an asset
- Fluent in French and English
- Strong time management, communication, and teamwork skills
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 over 9.000 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.
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 or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.
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.
Other facts
About UCB
At UCB, we believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can - as free as possible from the challenges and uncertainty of disease. Our purpose is to support people living with severe central nervous system and immunological conditions by delivering meaningful solutions that go beyond medicine.
We are driven by the experiences of patients and caregivers, and inspired to pursue innovations that create real value - not just in clinical outcomes, but in everyday moments, dreams pursued, and simple pleasures enjoyed. Our ambition is to unlock transformative science and technologies that respond to unmet needs and elevate lives.
From our headquarters in Belgium to nearly 40 countries around the world, we nurture a culture of respect and care. By listening deeply and collaborating across borders and disciplines, we enable cutting-edge research shaped by patients’ needs. Through strong connections with healthcare professionals, partners, and communities, we strive to make a lasting impact - today and into the future.
We're inspired by patients, driven by science.
What you'll do
- Lead and follow up on deviations and investigations in microbiology and environmental monitoring. Write investigation reports, support product launches, and ensure compliance with procedures.
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