Functional Data Architect R&D Clinical Operations

EMD Group; Mollet del Vallès; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Emd Group seeks a senior Data Architect to own the Clinical Trial Data Platform architecture and governance. You will guide the target-state design for clinical and operational study data, lead the evolution of data products, and drive scalable data flows across the R&D ecosystem.

Fluency in English is required, German is a plus. The role emphasizes cross-functional transformation, cloud-native platforms, and advanced analytics within a regulated healthcare environment.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or higher in Life Sciences, Biomedical Informatics, Data Science, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years in clinical development, clinical data architecture, data management, or clinical technology with leadership experience.
• Deep knowledge of clinical trial data domains and data lifecycle management.
• Experience with cloud-native platforms and modern data stack technologies (AWS, Snowflake, dbt).

Aufgaben

• Own the architectural vision and governance roadmap for the Clinical Trial Data Platform.
• Define target-state architecture for clinical and operational study data and modern data product concepts.
• Drive harmonized, scalable data flows across the R&D ecosystem and influence senior stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Data architecture

Cloud-native platforms

AWS

Snowflake

dbt

CDISC standards

Data governance

Stakeholder influence

AI/ML concepts

Communication

Ausbildung

Master's degree or higher in Life Sciences / Data Science / CS

Tools

AWS

Snowflake

dbt

Jobbeschreibung

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

United As One for Patients, our purpose in Healthcare is to help create, improve and prolong lives. We develop medicines, intelligent devices and innovative technologies in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Neurology and Fertility. Our teams work together across 6 continents with passion and relentless curiosity in order to help patients at every stage of life. Joining our Healthcare team is becoming part of a diverse, inclusive and flexible working culture, presenting great opportunities for personal development and career advancement across the globe.

Your Role

At the heart of our R&D data strategy, this role owns the architectural vision and governance roadmap for the Clinical Trial Data Platform — a mission-critical foundation that enables end-to-end transparency, AI-ready analytics, and measurable business value across global clinical development. As the recognized technical authority in this space, you will define the target-state architecture for clinical and operational study data, lead the strategic evolution of the Operational Data Repository through modern data product concepts, and drive harmonized, scalable data flows across the R&D ecosystem.

Who You Are

• You hold a Master's degree or higher in Life Sciences, Biomedical Informatics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field — or bring equivalent professional experience.
• You bring 10 or more years of experience in clinical development, clinical data architecture, data management, or clinical technology, with a proven track record of leading cross-functional transformation initiatives.
• You have deep expertise in clinical trial data domains, including Clinical Trial Management Systems, Electronic Data Capture, electronic Trial Master File, study, site, subject, milestone, and operational data.
• You possess a strong command of Good Clinical Practice, GxP, CDISC standards, data governance frameworks, and clinical data lifecycle management.
• You have hands-on experience with cloud-native platforms and modern data stack technologies — including AWS, Snowflake, and dbt — as well as analytics and integration architectures.
• You demonstrate the ability to define data strategy, influence senior stakeholders, and communicate complex technical concepts clearly across scientific and business audiences.
• You are proficient in AI and machine learning concepts, including their practical applications, limitations, and ethical considerations — and can critically assess AI tools to support responsible, informed decision-making in a regulated environment.
• You are fluent in English; proficiency in German is an advantage.

Location: Spain, UK, Poland or Greece

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!