Scientific Manager Lab (Data) Systems

jj; Leiden; On-site; EUR 69,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave

Disability accommodations

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is hiring a Scientific Manager Lab (Data) Systems in Leiden, NL. The role leads data systems across CGT labs, sits in a global Strategic Operations group, and collaborates with US partners to enhance data integrity and efficiency.

The position requires a Masters in a relevant field and 10+ years in data systems, with strong leadership and English language skills; Dutch is a bonus. Hybrid options may be considered, onsite in Leiden.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Biomedical Science or Data Engineering.
• At least 10 years in data systems within a laboratory environment.
• Fluent in English; Dutch is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Lead global data systems implementation and compliance.
• Manage Leiden data systems team and coordinate with US sites.
• Ensure data integrity and GMP-aligned workflows.
• Drive automation and data availability across CGT labs.

Skills

Stakeholder management

People management

Communication

Detail oriented

Can-do mindset

English fluent

Education

Masters degree in Biomedical Science or Data Engineering

Tools

LabVantage

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function:

Biotherapeutics R&D

Job Category: People Leader

All Job Posting Locations: Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

Job Description:

About Innovative Medicine

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

We are searching for the best talent forScientific Manager Lab (Data) Systems,located Leiden, The Netherlands (fully onsite).Hybrid work options may be considered on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the Company.The role sits at the intersection of science, lab operations, data systems, compliance, and people leadership. The Scientific Manager Lab (Data) Systems understands how analytical development labs work, how regulated data needs to be managed, and how to lead a small specialist team while influencing global stakeholders across Leiden and US sites.

Purpose:

As Scientific Manager Lab (Data) Systems you will be accountable for the successful implementation, development and maintenance of validated data systems within the Analytical Development (AD) teams of our Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) division. The AD department is based in Leiden (Netherlands), Malvern (US), and Springhouse (US). You will be managing a strong (data) systems team based in Leiden and work closely together with global partners as part of the Strategic Operations group of AD. As digitalization and data automation is a key focus point within CGT you will be perfectly positioned to have a positive impact to bringing our products to the clinic with speed and quality. You main focus will be to increase efficiency, data availability, data traceability and data integrity.

You will be responsible for:

• Global implementation of (validated) data systems to increase availability, quality and traceability of our data
• Manage the Data Systems team based in Leiden (1 Team Lead with 3 team members with potential future expansion)
• Manage Local equipment team (2 direct reports and external LCM team from a supplier through their team lead)
• Ensure data integrity by implementing the appropriate systems and workflows
• Ensuring global alignment and buy in from stakeholders and management
• Perform master data configuration (through your team)
• Maintain data systems in a compliant way and being actively involved GMP audits
• Implementing automated data capture from analytical equipment into our data systems.

Are you ready to join our team? Then please read further!

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Minimum Masters Degree in the field of Biomedical Science or Data Engineering
• At least 10 Years of experience in data systems in a laboratory environment!
• Detail oriented with a quality mindset
• Can-do mindset being able to deliver in a complex organization
• Excellent stakeholder management skills
• Experienced people manager (5-10 years experience preferred)
• Fluent in English, Dutch is a bonus
• Able to travel to US 10-15% (once every quarter)

Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary and extensive benefits package. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Johnson & Johnson is an Affi ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

The Netherlands:The anticipated base pay range for this position is 68,600 to 119,600 euro and includes 8% holiday allowance. In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, and programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visitEmployee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers

• This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

Required Skills:

Data Systems, Laboratory Operations, Quality Mindset, Stakeholder Management, Team Leadership

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC), Clinical Data Management, Clinical Research and Regulations, Clinical Trial Designs, Data Engineering, Developing Others, Drug Discovery Development, Inclusive Leadership, LabVantage (Platform), Leadership, Molecular Diagnostics, Pharmacovigilance, Process Improvements, Productivity Planning, Quality Assurance (QA), Scientific Research, Team Management, Technical Credibility

The anticipated base pay range for this position is:

€68,600.00 - €119,600.00

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, and programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

Benefits:

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, and programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

Additional information:

The Netherlands: The anticipated base pay range for this position is 68,600 to 119,600 euro and includes 8% holiday allowance. In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, and programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit https://www.careers.jnj.com/en/life-at-jj/employee-benefits/