Global Patient Engagement and Advocacy Lead - Immunology (US)

UCB • Atlanta, GA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Global Patient Engagement and Advocacy Lead will shape and deliver global patient engagement and advocacy strategies across immunology throughout the medicine lifecycle, from early research through launch and beyond. The role brings patient, caregiver, and community perspectives into evidence generation, insight development, and decision-making to help address unmet needs, improve development plans, and support equitable access to meaningful treatment options.

The position is based at UCB’s US Headquarters near Atlanta, Georgia, and works across global cross-functional teams, including research, clinical development, medical affairs, regulatory affairs, access, policy, and commercial planning. The lead partners with patient organizations, medical societies, external experts, and regional and country teams to co-create solutions and strengthen patient involvement in medicine development.

UCB describes its work approach as hybrid-first, with 40% of time spent in the office unless the role description or nature of the position specifies otherwise. The company describes a collaborative, supportive, inclusive culture and opportunities for employees to grow and develop their careers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field.
• At least 5 years of experience in patient advocacy, patient engagement, or disease-focused programs at regional or international level.
• Strong understanding of healthcare, medicine development, and the legal, regulatory, and ethical requirements for patient engagement.
• Proven ability to build trusted partnerships with patient communities and influence diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Strategic and operational thinking, with sound planning, communication, and decision-making skills in a complex, cross-functional environment.
• Confidence using data and artificial intelligence tools responsibly to support storytelling, learning, and evidence-based decisions.

Nice To Haves

• A doctoral degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver global patient engagement and advocacy strategies across the medicine lifecycle, aligned with patient and business priorities.
• Generate and share patient insights that strengthen research, clinical studies, evidence plans, regulatory activities, and launch readiness.
• Build trusted, compliant partnerships with patient organizations, medical societies, and community partners to address unmet needs and improve care.
• Partner with regional and country teams to develop local strategies, action plans, and meaningful measures of impact.
• Represent the company at international patient and medical forums, building networks and co-designed initiatives that advance health inclusion.
• Embed patient perspectives in cross-functional decisions and share expertise to strengthen team capability and performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior