Ph3RD Senior Product Owner Data Governance and Semantics /h3 pBusiness Area: Information Technology /p pJob Type: Direct Employee /p pContract Type: Permanent /p pLocation: Europe - remote, IT /p h3About us /h3 pBased in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused pharmaceutical and healthcare group with 90 years’ experience, operating in 31 countries with more than 7,000 employees (Chiesi Group). To achieve its mission of improving people’s quality of life by acting responsibly towards society and the environment, the Group researches, develops and markets innovative drugs in its main therapeutic areas: bDiscover more here /b /p pWe are proud to be the largest global pharmaceutical group to be awarded bB Corp Certification /b, a recognition of bhigh social and environmental standards /b. We are a breliable /b company that adopts and promotes a btransparent and ethical behavior /b at all levels. /p pWe believe that the success of bChiesi is built and shaped by our people and our strong set of shared Values and Behaviors /b. Our people make a critical difference to our success, which is why it is vital that we attract and retain the right talent who will continue to enrich our culture by living and breathing our values and behaviors. /p pIn fact, we are a global family made up of different cultures, different genders, generations, ethnicities, abilities, sexual identities and many other enriching diversities. /p h3Chiesi Research Development /h3 pOur RD team represents a fundamental asset for the business. It is divided into integrated functional areas focusing on pipeline projects including discovery and preclinical research, global technical development, drug delivery technology, clinical development, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, intellectual property, quality assurance, RD project and portfolio management. Headquartered in the new purpose-built and fully integrated Research and Development Centre in Parma (Italy), the team also has important operations in Paris (France), Chippenham (UK), Cary (US), Stockholm (Sweden), Toronto (Canada) and Shanghai (China). /p h3Who we are looking for /h3 h3Job Context /h3 pAs part of Chiesi’s global RD transformation, we are building a unified RD Data Ecosystem anchored by the creation of a next-generation central repository, data governance, and semantic platforms. This strategic initiative aims to bring together people, platforms, and processes to establish a trusted, connected, and intelligent data foundation for entire RD. /p pBy harmonizing data products enablement, governance, and semantics, we will enable consistent understanding and interoperability of scientific and operational data across domains, empowering insights, and cross-functional collaboration—turning fragmented information into a strategic asset. /p pThe RD Data Strategy, Enablement Governance will oversee the management and governance of Chiesi's RD data ecosystem and facilitate the entire cultural shift within RD. /p h3Purpose /h3 pThe RD senior product owner Data governance and semantics will lead data knowledge management strategy and execution for data governance and semantics to maximize the value of RD Data. This role is both strategic and hands-on: you will define the semantic and quality aspect of the RD Data Pipeline through metadata definitions, Data Catalogues creation, ontologies, knowledge graph and quality observability that make RD data organized, discoverable and reliable. /p pIn collaboration with RD functional SME and GICT, you establish and enforce governance processes, ensuring that RD Data Pipeline is consuming high quality Data to drive new insights. Your influence will span scientific, and GICT teams as you champion a data-driven culture across RD. /p h3Main Responsibilities /h3 ol libSemantic Knowledge Strategy /b ul liLead the creation of semantic layer, data model, and ontologies that unify RD data ecosystem with focus on clinical data domains. /li liArchitect a knowledge graph that integrates heterogeneous RD data. /li liEnsure metadata and business glossaries are linked and machine-readable, enabling advanced data discovery and AI-driven insights. /li /ul /li libRD Meta Data and Standardization /b ul liDevelop and implement a comprehensive RD data governance framework. /li liDefine policies, standards and best practices for data stewardship (roles, ownership, quality rules). /li liWork closely with functional SME (e.g. clinical, safety, CMC) to ensure data is defined, documented and maintained according to governance policies aligned with Chiesi Global guideline. /li liPromote adoption of ALCOA+/FAIR principles. /li /ul /li libData Product Ownership /b ul liDefine product requirements, prioritize features, and manage the backlog for data sets delivered by the engineering team. /li liCollaborate with engineers to oversee pipeline and schema changes so that outputs meet the needs of end users. /li liMonitor product KPIs (data quality scores, usage metrics) and iterate on enhancements. /li /ul /li libData Quality Management /b ul liEstablish RD data quality frameworks: set validation rules, quality metrics and automated monitoring to ensure integrity of critical data. /li liIntegrate data quality checks (profiling, anomaly detection) into pipelines and alert stewards on exceptions. /li /ul /li libStakeholder Engagement Leadership /b ul liCommunicate the value of data governance and semantic initiatives at all levels. /li liInfluence leaders by demonstrating how structured data and knowledge graphs improve research productivity and compliance. /li liAct as a mentor and ambassador, resolving conflicts and balancing technical and business priorities. /li /ul /li libContinuous Improvement /b ul liEstablish metrics to track governance effectiveness (e.g. percentage of approved metadata, data quality improvements). /li liReview and refine governance policies over time. /li liStay current on industry trends and recommend enhancements to processes and tools for continuous digital transformation of RD. /li /ul /li /ol h3Experience Required /h3 ul liMinimum of 5 years of experience in RD clinical domain /li liProven hands‑on experience designing and implementing solutions in complex RD environment. /li liMinimum of 3 years of experience in a Product Owner or similar strategic role, managing a product backlog and roadmap. /li liStrong background in data modeling techniques. /li liExperience working in the Pharmaceutical RD or Life Sciences domain is highly preferred, with an understanding of RD data flows and regulatory requirements. /li /ul h3Education /h3 pAdvanced degree (Master’s/PhD) in Life Sciences, Data Science, or a related field. /p h3Technical Skills /h3 pStrong expertise in graph databases, semantic, and ontology platforms (e.g. neo4j, snowflake). Experience with data governance and metadata tools (e.g. Informatica), Data Quality Management and data transformation (design and implementation of quality rules). Proven product owner mindset with experience in agile environments. Able to write product requirements, define roadmaps, and deliver data solutions iteratively. Strong analytical skills to translate complex research needs into governable data products. Excellent interpersonal skills with a track record of influencing without authority. Able to engage cross‑functional teams (scientists, GICT,) and drive consensus. Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to articulate vision to executives and practitioners alike. /p h3Soft Skills /h3 ul liAnalytical skills /li liLeadership and social influence /li liQuality orientation /li liStrategic thinking /li /ul h3What we offer /h3 pYou would join a dynamic, fast‑growing, challenging and friendly environment. In Chiesi we firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, that is why we invest in continuous training, learning and development. Therefore, we strive to continuously promote and satisfy development needs, paying particular attention to the quality of our working environment and to collective well‑being. /p pWe want our people to come to work happy every day, and we know how important it is to find the right work‑life balance in order to be able to give our best. That is why we offer flexible working approach, remote working, support in the relocation process, tax assistance service for foreign colleagues and many other people‑care services. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr