Senior Manager, R&D Data Steward
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled data stewards in the pharmaceutical industry has surged, with a 25% increase in job postings over the past year. BeiGene, a rapidly growing biotech company, is at the forefront of this trend. As a Senior Manager, R&D Data Steward, you'll play a critical role in shaping the company's data governance framework. With the industry's increasing reliance on AI and ML, data quality and compliance are more crucial than ever. If you're a seasoned data professional looking to make a meaningful impact, this role is an exciting opportunity. Before applying, consider your experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving data-driven insights.
Job Description
About the Role
The Senior Manager, R&D Data Steward role is a key position at BeiGene, responsible for leading the stewardship of critical Pharma R&D data domains. This includes ensuring data quality, compliance, and usability across the research and development value chain. As a leader in this role, you will be responsible for mentoring a team of data stewards and partnering closely with governance, data product, and business domain leaders.The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of data governance principles and a proven track record of leading teams to achieve data quality and compliance goals. You will be a strategic thinker, able to drive the development of a comprehensive data governance framework that aligns with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
The role is part of a dynamic team that is passionate about fighting cancer and is committed to making a meaningful impact in the industry.
What You Will Do
- Lead the establishment and maintenance of a comprehensive data governance framework that aligns with organizational goals and regulatory requirements
- Mentor a team of data stewards assigned to support multiple R&D domains
- Define stewardship roles, workflows, and accountability to ensure clear ownership of data entities, business metadata, and processes
- Act as an escalation point for complex data issues, ensuring timely resolution and alignment with governance policies
- Operationalize data governance policies, standards, and SOPs in partnership with the governance team
- Define, maintain, and curate business metadata within a data catalog
- Monitor and enforce data quality, completeness, and accuracy across operational systems and data products
- Ensure data and metadata are managed in compliance with internal and external standards
- Define and track domain-specific data quality metrics; coordinate remediation with data engineering and business partners
- Establish root-cause analysis and preventive action processes to reduce recurring data issues
What We Are Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in data governance, data quality, or a related field
- Proven experience in leading teams and driving data-driven insights
- Strong knowledge of data governance principles and frameworks
- Experience with data quality metrics and reporting
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience with Adjust and Excel
- Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., computer science, mathematics, statistics)
Nice to Have
- Experience with AI/ML tools and technologies
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks
- Certification in data governance or a related field
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and passionate team
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Remote work options and flexible working hours
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
- Comprehensive health and wellness programs
- Generous paid time off and holiday package
How to Stand Out
- Tailor your resume to highlight your experience in data governance and data quality, and be prepared to provide specific examples of your accomplishments in these areas
- Develop a strong understanding of BeiGene's data governance framework and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to its development and implementation
- Practice your communication and collaboration skills, as these are critical for success in this role
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with Adjust and Excel, and how you have used these tools to drive data-driven insights
- Consider highlighting any experience you have with AI/ML tools and technologies, as well as any certifications you hold in data governance or related fields
- Research the company culture and values, and be prepared to discuss how you align with these and can contribute to the team's success
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