Job title:Digital Biologics Platform – Data Scientist

• Location: Vitry-sur-Seine

About the job

Join our Digital Biologics Platform – Biologics Data team within Large Molecules Research as a Data Scientist, where you'll be at the forefront of revolutionizing biologics discovery through digital transformation, strategic data management, and robust data governance. In this pivotal role, you'll ensure that project teams and machine learning scientists have access to high-quality, actionable data that accelerates breakthrough discoveries in large molecule drug development. If you're passionate about leveraging data to advance life-saving therapeutics, we want to hear from you. Are you ready to transform the future of biologics discovery through data excellence?

Main responsibilities:

• Drive global collaboration and alignment across multiple geographical sites, functions, and teams worldwide, serving as a key liaison between regional stakeholders and fostering strong partnerships across R&D, IT, and business units to ensure consistent implementation of digital solutions and best data practices throughout the organization
• Champion local implementation of the global Digital Biologics Platform strategy at your local Large Molecule Research site
• Help optimize the digital foundation to revolutionize data management workflows, harnessing lab and data flow automation in support of machine learning to accelerate biologics discovery and enable data-driven decision-making
• Spearhead data governance initiatives at your site level to guarantee data quality, consistency, and regulatory compliance, while cultivating a data-centric culture and establishing KPIs to monitor governance effectiveness and execution excellence
• Lead the customization and enhancement of digital foundation platforms such as Genedata Biologics and Benchling, optimizing them for efficient data capture, registration, and comprehensive tracking capabilities
• Help develop and deploy sophisticated scripts and tools using SQL, Python, and/or Java to extend platform functionality, enabling advanced data pre-processing, seamless ingestion, and powerful analytical capabilities
• Foster strategic collaboration with global site leads, Digital teams, and cross-functional partners to integrate digital platforms with cutting-edge scientific applications, driving innovation in AI/ML and advancing biologics research

About you

Education:

• Master or Ph.D. in bioinformatics, data science, natural sciences, bioengineering, or a related field

Expertise:

• Deep understanding of drug discovery, in particular biologics drug discovery of antibodies and/or Nanobodies
• Knowledge of data standards (e.g., FAIR principles), data lifecycle management (data registration, data analysis, data storage, data sharing and re-use), data quality assurance and validation techniques, data integration and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes, data security and compliance, metadata management and data cataloging
• Proficiency with bioinformatics tools for processing and analyzing (large-scale) datasets
• Handon experience in coding languages including SQL, Python, Java, or C# (highly valued)
• Hands-on experience with software platforms for biological data registration such as Genedata Biologics and Benchling or LIMS in general (highly valued)
• Hands-on experience with data pipelining application (e.g., Biovia Pipeline Pilot, Knime) (highly valued)
• Working knowledge of APIs, particularly RESTful architectures (highly valued)

Soft skills:

• Leadership: Proven ability to set clear goals, engage with local teams, and drive organizational change at local and global levels
• Problem-Solving: Strong decision-making and negotiation skills
• Communication: Exceptional ability to align diverse stakeholders, excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially related to documentation and technical guidance
• Operational Excellence: Results-oriented with a focus on quality execution, strong organizational abilities, time management skills
• Documentation: Skilled in creating user guides, SOPs, and system documentation

Desirable attributes:

• Passion for scientific data management in support of leveraging AI in biologics discovery
• Strong teamwork and stakeholder management abilities both locally and globally
• Integrity, adaptability, and a solution-oriented mindset

Languages:

• Proficient in English; French proficiency is required

Why choose us?

• Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science and accelerate biologics research
• Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective
• Enjoy opportunities to collaborate beyond your area of expertise, working with diverse teams across science and digital fields to spark new ideas and drive breakthroughs
• Accelerate your professional development with structured career paths designed for both scientific and leadership advancement
• Lead the digital transformation of a critical biologics research site, directly impacting and shaping the future of Large Molecule discovery
• Drive innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, working with state-of-the-art platforms and developing custom AI/ML solutions
• Join a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core, with Employee Resource Groups and leadership programs that celebrate every voice