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UCB's Business Development team works at the intersection of science and commercial strategy, partnering with biotech and pharmaceutical stakeholders to advance the company's neurology and immunology pipeline. UCB has a track record of sponsoring international talent for Business Development roles, including H-1B, F-1 OPT, and TN candidates.
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We are looking for a Key Account Manager (KAM) in Epilepsy 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 St. Louis, MO.
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 $144,000 - $189,000 annually. 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 Epilepsy 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 St. Louis, MO.
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 $144,000 - $189,000 annually. 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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Frame your credentials around UCB's pipeline focus
UCB concentrates on neurology and immunology, so tailor your resume and cover letter to highlight deal experience or partnership work in those therapeutic areas. Generic BD credentials get screened out faster in specialized biotech hiring.
Target UCB's alliance management and licensing teams
UCB's BD function spans in-licensing, out-licensing, and strategic alliances rather than pure sales. Roles tied to pipeline expansion are where international sponsorship has historically been prioritized, so focus your search there.
Use Migrate Mate to surface open BD roles at UCB
BD openings at UCB don't always stay posted long. Browse confirmed sponsorship-eligible positions directly through Migrate Mate so you're applying to roles where your visa type is already an accepted pathway, not discovering that after an offer.
Prepare for UCB's cross-functional interview structure
UCB BD interviews typically involve stakeholders from R&D, finance, and legal alongside the commercial team. Having documented examples of cross-functional deal navigation, including regulatory or IP considerations, signals you can operate in a science-driven BD environment.
Understand H-1B timing if your OPT expires mid-search
The H-1B cap-subject lottery opens in March with an October 1 start date. If your OPT expires before October, confirm whether UCB's legal team can bridge that gap with a cap-gap extension or whether a cap-exempt filing route applies to your situation.
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Find Business Development at UCB JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does UCB sponsor H-1B visas for Business Developments?
Yes, UCB does sponsor H-1B visas for Business Development roles. Sponsorship eligibility depends on the specific position, your qualifications, and your current immigration status. If you're in active discussions with UCB's recruiting team, confirm sponsorship support early in the process and ask which immigration counsel manages their filings, as timelines vary by visa category.
How do I apply for Business Development jobs at UCB?
Applications go through UCB's careers portal. For international candidates, the most efficient path is to apply only to roles explicitly open to visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters UCB Business Development openings by visa type, so you can confirm a role supports your status before investing time in the application. Tailor your materials to UCB's neurology and immunology focus areas.
Which visa types does UCB support for Business Development positions?
UCB has sponsored H-1B, F-1 OPT, and TN visas for Business Development hires. TN status applies to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying professional categories. F-1 OPT candidates, particularly those with STEM-eligible degrees in life sciences or business analytics, may also be eligible. The right category depends on your nationality, degree, and the specific role's requirements.
What qualifications does UCB expect for Business Development roles?
UCB's BD roles typically require a background in life sciences combined with commercial experience, including licensing negotiations, deal structuring, or alliance management. Advanced degrees in science or an MBA with pharma or biotech exposure are common among successful candidates. Familiarity with UCB's therapeutic focus areas, neurology and immunology, is a meaningful differentiator during interviews.
How do I handle timing if my work authorization expires during the hiring process?
If you're on F-1 OPT, the cap-gap rule protects your status if you have an H-1B petition filed before your OPT expires, covering you through September 30 of that year. Communicate your authorization end date to UCB's recruiting team early. USCIS processing timelines for H-1B petitions typically run several months, so early disclosure lets UCB's immigration team plan accordingly.
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