Director, Information Architecture (Hybrid)

We are seeking a Senior Information Architect with expertise in biopharma research to support our organization's target and biomarker discovery, chemistry, Biologics, Vaccines, safety, and process and analytical R&D efforts. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of information architecture principles and methodologies, coupled with strong domain knowledge in the biopharmaceutical industry. This individual will play a critical role in organizing and managing complex biomedical data sets, ensuring efficient and effective data retrieval, analysis, and integration to support insights needs of research and development activities.

Responsibilities:

Information Architecture Development:

• Design and develop information architecture frameworks and models for organizing and classifying biomedical data related to target and biomarker discovery, chemistry, Biologics, Vaccines, safety, and process and analytical R&D.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and understand data requirements and develop strategies for data organization, integration, and retrieval.
• Define and implement data standards, taxonomies, and ontologies to ensure consistent and accurate data representation.

Data Management and Integration:

• Oversee the management and integration of diverse biomedical data sources, including Omics data (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics), patient-level data, compound libraries, chemical structures, safety data, and analytical results.
• Develop data integration strategies and methodologies to enable efficient and seamless access to relevant information across multiple systems and platforms.
• Establish data quality control processes to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and consistency.

Instrument and Software Integration:

• Possess a strong knowledge of instruments and software commonly used in early biopharma research, such as high-throughput screening devices, liquid handling systems, mass spectrometers, gene sequencing platforms, and laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
• Collaborate with IT and research teams to integrate instrument-generated data and experimental workflows into data management systems.
• Ensure seamless interoperability between instruments, software applications, and data repositories.

System Development and Optimization:

• Collaborate with IT teams to design and implement data management systems, tools, and infrastructure to support biopharma research activities.
• Identify opportunities for system optimization and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data accessibility, usability, and performance.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends in information architecture and recommend innovative solutions that align with organizational goals.

Popular Data Sources Familiarity:

• Possess familiarity with popular public and commercial data sources that enable biopharma research, such as public Omics databases (e.g., GenBank, GEO), clinical trial repositories (e.g., ClinicalTrials.gov), patient-level data platforms (e.g., OMOP, Optum), and disease-specific databases (e.g., Cancer Genome Atlas).
• Stay informed about the availability, quality, and limitations of various data sources and their relevance to biopharma research.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with scientists, researchers, bioinformaticians, and other stakeholders to understand their data needs and provide guidance on data organization, retrieval, and analysis.
• Foster strong relationships with internal teams to ensure effective communication, coordination, and alignment of information architecture efforts with business objectives.
• Act as a subject matter expert and provide training and guidance on information architecture principles and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Science, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or a related field.
• Proven experience working in a Senior information architect or similar role, preferably in the biopharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
• Strong domain knowledge in biopharma research, including target and biomarker discovery, chemistry, Biologics, Vaccines, safety, and process and analytical R&D.
• Expertise in information architecture concepts, methodologies, and tools.
• Proficiency in data modeling, taxonomies, ontologies, and data integration strategies.
• Experience with data management systems and technologies (e.g., relational databases, data warehouses, big data platforms).
• Familiarity with instruments and software supporting early biopharma research, including high-throughput screening devices, liquid handling systems, mass spectrometers, gene sequencing platforms, and LIMS.
• Familiarity with popular data sources enabling biopharma research, such as public Omics databases, patient-level data platforms, and disease-specific databases.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex data sets and multidimensional relationships.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with relevant regulatory guidelines and compliance requirements in the biopharmaceutical industry.

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$175,440.00 - $276,200.00

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Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:
No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
25%

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid

Shift:
Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:
No

Hazardous Material(s):
na

Required Skills:
Business Enterprise Architecture (BEA), Business Process Modeling, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Science, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Strategic Planning, System Designs, Technical Advice

Preferred Skills:
Architecture Development, Architecture Development, Architecture Management, Biochemical Analysis, Biochemical Assays, Biochemical Tests, Bioinformatics, Biology, Biopharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Cell-Based Assays, Cell Biology, Cell Physiology, Chemical Biology, Clinical Trials, Computer Science, Data Architecture, Data Integration, DNA Microarray, Immunoassays, Immunochemistry, Immunology, Information Architectures, IT Project Lifecycle, Laboratory Informatics {+ 9 more}

Requisition ID:R272150