Hybrid Information Architect – R&D Data, Semantic Architecture

at NEORIS

• Job title: Information Architect – R&D Data, Semantic Architecture
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: No Education Requirement
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Barcelona, Spain

About the role

• Information Architect developing data and semantic architecture for R&D initiatives in pharmaceutical sector. Collaborating with global teams in a hybrid work setting in Barcelona.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain enterprise- and domain-level information architecture for R&D initiatives, aligned with business capabilities and data strategy.
• Develop and govern conceptual, logical, and semantic data models, including ontologies, semantic layers, and Master and Reference Data models.
• Establish and embed data governance standards, principles, and patterns within delivery teams, acting as an architecture assurance authority.
• Support large-scale R&D transformation programs (clinical planning, supply chain, regulatory submissions, AI initiatives, and data platform modernization).
• Define information architecture roadmaps and transition architectures aligned with enterprise transformation initiatives.
• Facilitate architecture and modeling workshops, translating complex semantic and technical concepts into clear, business-aligned outcomes.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders across R&D, IT, Data Office, and product teams, mentoring architects and data modelers as required.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Information Architect within pharmaceutical or life sciences R&D environments.
• Strong background in Information Architecture, Data Architecture (conceptual and logical focus), and Data Governance.
• Hands-on experience with conceptual data modeling, semantic modeling, ontologies, and data integration.
• Solid experience with Master Data Management (MDM) and Reference Data Management (RDM).
• Experience supporting or leading enterprise- or domain-level transformation programs.
• Ability to define architecture principles, standards, and roadmaps.
• Strong stakeholder management, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Advanced level of English (spoken and written).

Benefits

• Permanent contract with a competitive salary
• Flexible working model with remote work options
• Personalized career plan and continuous learning (certifications, English training, etc.)
• Participation in stable projects with a strong technical focus
• Flexible working hours and a strong focus on work–life balance
• Benefits package tailored to your needs