Data Scientist

Data Scientist

Location: Cork

Duration: 12 months

Hours: 39 hours

The Data Analyst/Data Engineer will support digital data capabilities within Cell & Gene Therapy (CGT), with a primary focus on enabling structured, interoperable data through ontology development and data engineering. A key part of the role involves supporting the CarT Knowledge Graph and ensuring CGT functions embed ontology in R&D digital systems, but the role will also contribute more broadly to CGT digital data initiatives.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform data discovery and profiling on internal and external datasets including Biovia, MES, LIMS, Benchling ELN, and data from external manufacturing partners.
• Identify data quality issues, integration challenges, and semantic modeling needs for CGT workflows.
• Identify ontology gaps and collaborate with ontology SMEs and developers to mint URIs and extend the CarT ontology.
• Work with IT and data engineering teams to embed ontology into data pipelines in the R&D data lake.
• Collaborate with system owners to integrate ontology elements into CGT systems such as eLIMS, MES markers, Biovia and Benchling.
• Implement and govern the Benchling ELN ontology for process and analytical CGT functions, ensuring alignment with the broader CarT ontology.
• Contribute to additional CGT digital data initiatives including digital integration, lab automation and structured data capture.

How to Succeed

• Bachelors or masters degree in science, Data Science, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in digital or scientific role
• Experience in data analysis, data engineering, and comfortable in using SQL/scripting
• Experience with scientific systems such as LIMS, MES, and Benchling ELN.
• Experience in S88 CMC Process model framework, PSOA recipes
• Familiarity with semantic technologies, modeling, or ontology development.
• Strong analytical and data modeling skills.
• Cross-functional collaboration and communication.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of work and drive key priorities forward
• Ability to translate scientific workflows into digital representations.
• Attention to detail and strong governance discipline.

Benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 12 months.

about Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

Patients inform and inspire our science-based innovations, which continue to change and save lives. Applying rigorous science and compassion, we confidently address some of the most complex diseases of our time and unlock the potential medicines of tomorrow.

Our diverse portfolio spans multiple therapeutic areas — Oncology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Retina.

We are continuously working to develop treatments, aspiring to find cures, pioneering the path from lab to life, and championing patients every step of the way.

Janssen UK: https://www.janssen.com/uk/

Janssen Ireland: https://www.janssen.com/ireland/

Application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. The pay rate for this role will depend on how you are paid. PAYE, LTD & Umbrella options are available.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.