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Data Steward – Biometrics & Health Data

  • Netherlands
  • Utrecht
  • Hybrid
  • Permanent Full-Time
  • Posted: 10 Mar 2026
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Data Steward – Biometrics & Health Data

About the job

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Data Steward to join our Biometrics & Health Data team at Danone’s Global Research & Innovation Center. This role is pivotal in supporting and shaping the Data Governance framework across clinical and Real World Evidence (RWE) studies. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that our data assets are accurate, accessible, and aligned with regulatory and scientific standards. 

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Champion and operationalize Danone’s Data Governance framework within the Biometrics department, focusing on stewardship, data quality, and compliance 
  • Collaborate with Clinical Data Management, Statistical Programming, Biostatistics, and Digital Health teams to define and implement data standards, metadata models, and data access protocols 
  • Ensure data integrity and traceability across the lifecycle of clinical and RWE studies—from protocol design to post-study reuse.
  • Maintain and evolve data dictionaries, catalogs, and classification systems to support evidence generation and regulatory readiness.
  • Conduct regular data audits and quality assessments to identify gaps and drive continuous improvement.
  • Support the integration of digital tools and AI-enabled processes for data capture, validation, and secondary use.
  • Act as a liaison between Biometrics & Health Data, IT, and external partners to align on data architecture and data governance practices.
  • Support the global business data owner accountable for health data through data documentation and insights.
  • Connect with other data stewards within the Danone network and stay attuned with the corporate Data Governance framework.

About you

 About You

  • Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Biomedical Informatics, Data Science, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in data stewardship, data governance, or clinical data management within a regulated environment.
  • Strong understanding of clinical trial data, RWE methodologies, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, GxP).
  • Familiarity with data standards such as CDISC, OMOP or HL7.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proactive, structured, and passionate about data quality and innovation.
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About Danone

At Danone we are committed to our mission “bringing health, through food to as many people as possible”. We are working together to make sure that our brands, like Nutricia and Nutrilon, create real benefits for people, communities and the planet. You will be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps™ in the world. Being B Corp means to be part of a select movement of companies verified to be meeting the highest standards of social and environmental criteria and using business as a force for good. One Planet. One Health.

Our state-of-the-art research and innovation center builds bridges between food and science and is global in reach, founded on over 125 years of experience in life & food science, technology and user experience and is at the forefront of pioneering advances in specialized nutrition.

 

We offer:

All Danoners receive a complete package of benefits. This includes a competitive salary and yearly bonus, a premium free pension, 30 days of annual leave (with the opportunity to purchase more) and you will receive a monthly health care allowance. In addition, you can get discount on your gym membership, and we offer initiatives focused on nutrition, physical, and mental health. We provide continuous learning opportunities through workshops, online courses and training sessions.

We put people at the center of everything we do. Bring your unique perspective, ambitions and ideas to the table – the impact you could make might surprise you. We are committed to embrace diversity, nurturing an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is deeply embedded in Danone's DNA.

 

What's next:

It’s simple – hit the “apply” button before the application deadline of 24 March. In order to comply with GDPR we can’t process your personal data without your given consent, so please apply directly via this website. Good luck! We can’t wait to meet you.

Need more information? Please contact Robin Hiariej.

* All applications will be considered for a vacancy without discrimination based on ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Dedicated to bringing health through food to as many people as possible, we are a leading global food & beverage company built on four businesses: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition and Medical Nutrition. 

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