UCB Visa Sponsorship USA
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on neurology and immunology, known for attracting specialized scientific and technical talent from around the world. The company sponsors H-1B and F-1 OPT visas, making it a viable target for international job seekers pursuing roles in a research-driven pharmaceutical environment.
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We are looking for a Key Account Manager (KAM) in Rare Diseases who is patient-focused, exceeds sales objectives, and has worked in a complex selling environment to join us in our Rare Syndromes Epilepsy US team, based in Fort Worth, Texas which includes Amarillo, Lubbock and El Paso.
About the role
You will keep the marketing & sales objectives and key performance indicators at the forefront for customer segments in the assigned territory. Act decisively and responsively by prioritizing budget allocation to meet territory objectives. As well as effectively implementing marketing initiatives to achieve sales goals.
Who you’ll work with?
Effectively collaborate with cross-functional partners (medical, reimbursement support, managed market team, and specialty pharmacy, and others) to communicate customer needs help build and deliver appropriate solutions to meet those needs. Partner with advocacy groups to support patient education and disease state awareness in the local community.
What you’ll do
- Exceed sales objectives by implementing marketing initiatives by developing and implementing business plans
- Maximize impact by leveraging all available data sets and stakeholder input
- Seek qualified leads and effectively profile new accounts, refine call planning/routing to optimize schedules
- Working knowledge of the local managed care reimbursement
- Emphasizes accountability and the highest standard of ethical conduct.
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor's degree BA/BS
- 7+ years of Biotechnology/Biopharmaceutical sales experience
- Proven, documented track record of delivering consistent sales results
- Experience calling on customers at a variety of call points (i.e., academic centers, community-based hospitals and private practice offices) both in person and virtual
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 years of rare/orphan drug experience is highly preferred or significant sales experience in CNS/neuroscience
- Promoting products specific to CNS/neuroscience, including epilepsy
- New product launch experience
- Specialty pharmacy/REMS experience
This positions reasonably anticipated base salary range is $137,600 - $180,600 per year. The actual salary offered will take into account related knowledge, skills, experience and location among other factors and may fall outside the expected range.
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 explicitly 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 federal, state, or local law. UCB invites you to voluntarily self-identify during the application process. Provision of self-identification information is entirely voluntary and a decision to provide or not provide such information will not have any effect on your application for employment, your employment with UCB, or otherwise subject you to any adverse treatment. Any information you provide will be considered confidential and will be kept separate from your application and/or personnel file and will only be used in accordance with applicable laws, orders, and regulations.
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.
Make your mark for patients
We are looking for a Key Account Manager (KAM) in Rare Diseases who is patient-focused, exceeds sales objectives, and has worked in a complex selling environment to join us in our Rare Syndromes Epilepsy US team, based in Fort Worth, Texas which includes Amarillo, Lubbock and El Paso.
About the role
You will keep the marketing & sales objectives and key performance indicators at the forefront for customer segments in the assigned territory. Act decisively and responsively by prioritizing budget allocation to meet territory objectives. As well as effectively implementing marketing initiatives to achieve sales goals.
Who you’ll work with?
Effectively collaborate with cross-functional partners (medical, reimbursement support, managed market team, and specialty pharmacy, and others) to communicate customer needs help build and deliver appropriate solutions to meet those needs. Partner with advocacy groups to support patient education and disease state awareness in the local community.
What you’ll do
- Exceed sales objectives by implementing marketing initiatives by developing and implementing business plans
- Maximize impact by leveraging all available data sets and stakeholder input
- Seek qualified leads and effectively profile new accounts, refine call planning/routing to optimize schedules
- Working knowledge of the local managed care reimbursement
- Emphasizes accountability and the highest standard of ethical conduct.
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor's degree BA/BS
- 7+ years of Biotechnology/Biopharmaceutical sales experience
- Proven, documented track record of delivering consistent sales results
- Experience calling on customers at a variety of call points (i.e., academic centers, community-based hospitals and private practice offices) both in person and virtual
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 years of rare/orphan drug experience is highly preferred or significant sales experience in CNS/neuroscience
- Promoting products specific to CNS/neuroscience, including epilepsy
- New product launch experience
- Specialty pharmacy/REMS experience
This positions reasonably anticipated base salary range is $137,600 - $180,600 per year. The actual salary offered will take into account related knowledge, skills, experience and location among other factors and may fall outside the expected range.
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 explicitly 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 federal, state, or local law. UCB invites you to voluntarily self-identify during the application process. Provision of self-identification information is entirely voluntary and a decision to provide or not provide such information will not have any effect on your application for employment, your employment with UCB, or otherwise subject you to any adverse treatment. Any information you provide will be considered confidential and will be kept separate from your application and/or personnel file and will only be used in accordance with applicable laws, orders, and regulations.
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.
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How to Get Visa Sponsorship in UCB Visa Sponsorship USA
Target roles that align with UCB's core research areas
UCB's sponsorship activity concentrates in neurology and immunology. Roles in clinical development, regulatory affairs, and biopharmaceutical research are your strongest entry points, these are the functions where international talent needs are most consistent.
Engage UCB's talent team early in the H-1B season
H-1B petitions have an April filing deadline tied to the October start date. Biopharmaceutical employers like UCB need lead time for LCA filing and internal approvals, so starting conversations in January or February is strongly advisable.
Highlight specialized scientific qualifications in your application
UCB hires for specialty occupations in a highly regulated industry. Degrees in life sciences, pharmacology, bioengineering, or related fields directly strengthen your sponsorship case, generic applications without a clear technical focus are less likely to advance.
Search for UCB openings on a platform that filters by sponsorship history
Not every job posting discloses visa sponsorship upfront. Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsors so you can filter by real sponsorship history, helping you confirm UCB's track record before investing time in an application.
Check whether UCB's TN sponsorship fits your situation
UCB also sponsors TN visas, which are available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying professional roles. If you hold citizenship in either country, TN sponsorship is worth exploring, it has no lottery and can be processed faster than H-1B.
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Does UCB sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, UCB sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying roles in its biotechnology and pharmaceutical operations. Sponsorship is most common for specialized positions in areas like clinical research, regulatory affairs, and scientific development. If you're applying for a role that requires a degree in a specific field, UCB has a track record of supporting H-1B petitions for those positions.
What visa types does UCB sponsor?
UCB sponsors H-1B, F-1 OPT, and TN visas. H-1B is the primary pathway for long-term work authorization. F-1 OPT allows students and recent graduates to work while their degree-based authorization is active. TN visas are available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying professional roles that align with UCB's business needs.
Which departments or roles at UCB are most likely to receive visa sponsorship?
Sponsorship at UCB tends to concentrate in technically specialized roles tied to its neurology and immunology focus. Clinical development, biopharmaceutical research, medical affairs, regulatory affairs, and data science positions are among the strongest candidates. Roles requiring a specific bachelor's or advanced degree in a life science or technical field are most likely to qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations.
What is the typical application and sponsorship timeline at UCB?
If you're targeting an H-1B start date of October 1, UCB would need to file your petition by early April. That means your hiring process ideally completes by February or March to allow time for the Labor Condition Application and internal approvals. F-1 OPT candidates have more flexibility, since authorization can begin closer to your employment start date. Starting outreach early gives you the best chance of aligning with UCB's internal processes.
How do I find open roles at UCB that offer visa sponsorship?
The most reliable approach is to search on a platform that filters specifically by verified sponsorship history, rather than relying on job postings that may not disclose sponsorship status. Migrate Mate lets you browse UCB's open roles alongside its confirmed sponsorship activity, so you can apply with confidence that sponsorship is genuinely on the table. Pair that with direct outreach to UCB recruiters who specialize in scientific and technical hiring.
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