Posted:
3/2/2026, 10:08:37 PM
Location(s):
Community of Madrid, Spain ⋅ Catalonia, Spain ⋅ Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain ⋅ Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Data & Analytics
Workplace Type:
Hybrid
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Job Function:
Data Analytics & Computational SciencesJob Sub Function:
Data ScienceJob Category:
People LeaderAll Job Posting Locations:
Barcelona, Spain, Madrid, SpainJob Description:
Johnson and Johnson Innovative Medicine (J&J IM), a pharmaceutical company of Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for an Associate Director - MDM.
This position has a primary location of Madrid, Spain. Secondary location is Barcelona. This is a hybrid role.
Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work in 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
Position Summary
You will be responsible for the development and execution of a Master Data Management capability for Health Care Organization & Professionals. This role ensures the integrity, consistency and usability of master data and associated data products across several functions such as Data Sciences, Global Development, Clinical Supply Chain and Global Clinical Operations. With your advanced knowledge and skills, you will establish robust a data governance practice and a data quality control system that supports enterprise level operational efficiency and excellence.
Primary Responsibilities
Collaborate with stakeholders from R&D, Data Science and IT to develop a best-in-class Master Data Management (MDM) capability for Health Care Organizations and Professionals.
Establish a Data Governance practice for the MDM capability to thrive in. Create and maintain data dictionaries, seek and find alignment across stakeholders on data attributes, definitions, usage and access rules.
Implement a Data Quality system for MDM. Lead initiatives and implement processes with the specific goal of achieving and maintaining high quality data. Develop and deploy dashboards to inform on KPIs and processes.
Develop and maintain Data Stewardship practice. Mentor data stewards in adherence to business rules and service level agreements. Drive a culture of delivering high quality data products with a sense of urgency.
Promote transparency across stakeholders through clear communication on all MDM and related activities. Articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and collaborators.
Build and maintain cross-functional relationships and build credibility around MDM capability through operational excellence.
Maintain a culture of continuous improvement. Monitor industry developments for cutting edge technologies in MDM and related fields and maintain the J&J MDM capabilities at the forefront.
Education and Qualifications
A Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Business, Supply Chain, Data Management or related discipline
Minimum of 5 years of experience in master data management
Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical operations data management
Minimum of 3 years of experience in data governance practice
Strong experience in data profiling and standardization
Demonstrated experience in reporting, KPIs and deployment of BI solutions
Proven ability in leading and inspiring a team in a challenging and demanding environment
Proven leadership skills in influencing cross-functional decision making
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Advanced Analytics, Budget Management, Compliance Management, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Data Analysis, Data Privacy Standards, Data Quality, Data Reporting, Data Savvy, Data Science, Data Visualization, Developing Others, Digital Fluency, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Team ManagementWebsite: https://www.jnj.com/
Headquarter Location: Beerse, Antwerpen, Belgium
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1886
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Seed
Industries: Biotechnology ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Medical ⋅ Pharmaceutical