Life Sciences GDP at UCB Belgium | Apply Now
Life Sciences GDP applications are now open at UCB for the Graduate Development Program (GDP) – Medical Communities in Brussels, Belgium. This two-year rotational program offers recent graduates in life sciences, pharmacy, engineering, and related fields the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Medical Affairs, digital innovation, analytics, and capability development while building a rewarding global career in the biopharmaceutical industry.
Life Sciences GDP applications are open for the Graduate Development Program (GDP) – Medical Communities at UCB Careers. This program in Belgium is designed for recent graduates looking to build a successful career in Medical Affairs, digital innovation, and healthcare transformation within a global biopharmaceutical company.
- Job Position: Graduate Development Program (GDP) – Medical Communities
- Job Location: Brussels (Anderlecht), Belgium
- Job ID: 93646
- Job Category: Quality & Patient Safety
- Program Duration: Two-year rotational graduate program consisting of two 12-month rotations.
- Start Date: September 2026
About UCB
Life Sciences GDP Program opportunities at UCB allow graduates to join one of the world’s leading biopharmaceutical companies specializing in neurology and immunology. With over 9,000 employees across more than 40 countries, UCB is committed to improving patients’ lives through science and innovation. The company offers an inclusive work culture, strong learning opportunities, and a hybrid-first work environment that encourages collaboration and career growth.
Life Sciences GDP Description
Life Sciences GDP participants will join UCB’s two-year Graduate Development Program designed to accelerate professional development through rotational assignments within Medical Communities.
- Complete two 12-month rotations across Medical Capabilities Excellence and Medical Digital & Analytics Solutions teams.
- Contribute to projects involving Medical Affairs, digital innovation, capability development, and analytics.
- Support capability frameworks, career pathways, digital learning solutions, and global initiatives.
- Assist country-level digital strategies, tool adoption, and data-driven decision-making.
- Collaborate with global and local stakeholders across international Medical Affairs teams.
- Receive structured coaching from managers, mentorship, and buddy support.
- Participate in networking events, workshops, and Early Talent learning experiences.
- Develop expertise in project coordination, stakeholder management, strategic thinking, digital tools, analytics, and visualization.
The program prepares graduates for specialized or generalist careers within a rapidly evolving healthcare environment.
Qualifications
Qualifications required for the Life Sciences GDP are:
Mandatory Requirements
- Recent degree in Life Sciences, or a related field.
- Early-career professional with typically no more than two years of experience.
- Fluency in English.
- Legal right to work in Belgium.
Preferred Qualities
- Curiosity and willingness to learn.
- Adaptability to different teams and projects.
- Initiative and proactive mindset.
- Strong collaboration skills.
- Ownership and accountability.
- Integrity and commitment to quality.
- Interest in digital innovation and healthcare.
Life Sciences GDP – Key Responsibilities
- Supporting Medical Capabilities Excellence projects.
- Working with Medical Digital & Analytics Solutions teams.
- Contributing to capability development initiatives.
- Supporting digital learning and capability frameworks.
- Assisting country-level digital transformation strategies.
- Promoting digital tool adoption.
- Supporting data-driven decision-making initiatives.
- Collaborating with cross-functional global and local stakeholders.
- Participating in coaching, mentoring, networking, and learning activities.
- Building knowledge of global Medical Affairs operations.
If you’re a recent graduate looking to launch your career in the global biopharmaceutical industry, the Life Sciences GDP at UCB offers an excellent opportunity to gain international exposure, develop digital and Medical Affairs expertise, and build a successful future through one of Europe’s leading graduate development programs. Apply today and begin your journey with UCB Careers in Belgium.
