Data Foundations Lead

UCB; Eigenbrakel; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

UCB is seeking a Data Architect to lead the Patient Solutions Data Foundations team, based in Belgium, UK, or US. The role involves defining data standards and governance to ensure high-quality data across the organization.

The ideal candidate will have experience in data architecture and governance, a degree in a relevant field, and strong collaboration skills. This position supports innovative data-driven insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in enterprise data architecture and metadata governance.
• Strong understanding of structured and unstructured data management.

Responsabilités

• Define and govern enterprise ontologies and identifiers for data consistency.
• Implement scalable metadata management processes to enhance data quality.
• Lead adoption of AI tools for automated metadata extraction.

Connaissances

Enterprise data architecture

Metadata governance

Data modelling

AI-driven approaches

Collaboration

Formation

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Management

Description du poste

We are looking for a Data Architect to lead the Patient Solutions Data Foundations team, based in Slough, UK (Windlesham, Surrey 2027), Braine l’Alleud, Belgium or Boston, US.

About The Role

You will play a key role in shaping how data is structured, governed, and used across the organisation. You will define standards for data and metadata, enabling scalable, high-quality data foundations that support research, innovation, and AI‑driven insights.

Responsibilities

• Define and govern enterprise ontologies and identifiers to ensure consistent and traceable data across the organisation
• Implement scalable metadata management processes to improve data quality, lineage, and discoverability
• Lead adoption of AI tools to automate metadata extraction and improve knowledge management
• Partner with data owners to embed standards at the point of data creation
• Design and refine scalable data models aligned to research and business needs
• Develop data products supporting priority programmes and strategic use cases

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Management, or related field
• Experience in enterprise data architecture, metadata governance, and data modelling
• Strong understanding of structured and unstructured data management
• Experience applying AI‑driven approaches to data or metadata management
• Ability to work across complex environments and collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Relevant certifications (e.g. DAMA, TOGAF, CDMP) are a plus

Equal Opportunity Statement

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Accommodation Contact

Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities, contact us on [e-mail]. Please note if your enquiry does not relate to adjustments, we will not be able to support you through this channel.