Technical Architect in Health Data Spaces | Leiden

TNO is looking for a Technical Architect who will work on the architecture and development of the health data spaces. If your expertise lies in data architecture and software engineering, and you are keen to apply your skills towards making an impact in personal health, this opportunity is for you.

In today's healthcare landscape, data is increasingly recognized as a valuable asset for improving health outcomes. However, effective data utilization hinges on secure reuse of data and analysis across organizations. Data reuse is a catalyst for innovation within and across sectors, leading to the development of new solutions. It transforms data into a strategic asset for companies, emphasizing the importance of maintaining control over it.
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As a Technical Architect in Health Data Spaces, your work will contribute significantly to the development of the 'health data spaces'. In this role, you will delve into this subject alongside TNO colleagues, businesses, and other organizations, navigating the opportunities it presents while addressing the questions it raises: Who controls the data? What analyses are permitted using the available data? What analyses are possible in a certain architecture? And how can data be reused without compromising the privacy of citizens?

This role places you at the leading edge of both technological and societal advancements, focusing on the secure and ethical (re)use of personal health data (both medical and self-collected). The nature of this work is fundamentally multidisciplinary, encouraging collaboration with a range of partners and consortia. This approach enables us to tackle issues from diverse perspectives.

As a Technical Architect in Health Data Spaces, you'll explore current technologies and contribute to the resolution of various societal challenges. Your responsibilities include:

• Designing and implementing software solutions for data management, extraction, and analysis within the health data spaces.
• Developing solutions that ensure data privacy and security while enabling secure data reuse among stakeholders.
• Utilizing AI, machine learning, and big data to derive valuable insights from health data.
• Collaborating with industry partners, government agencies, and research institutions to establish technical standards and governance frameworks.
• Writing research proposals and publications, and presenting your findings with the broader scientific community.

Click on the following links for more info about the recent developments in Health Data and the role TNO takes:

• Podcastserie: Data spaces in de zorg | TNO
• Unlocking the power of Health Data | TNO
• Patiëntgerichte metingen en onderzoeken | TNO
• Start HERACLES-project: innovatief data delen om impact van kanker te verminderen (iknl.nl)
• Kies voor een decentrale aanpak bij hergebruik van gezondheidsdata (tno.nl)

As a Technical Architect in Health Data Spaces you feel at home in multidisciplinary collaborations and teams with experts from different disciplines. You are interested in both the technical aspects and the implementation of innovations. You are proactive and curious about the latest scientific developments and how they can be applied to future solutions. You can communicate your research to a diverse audience. You easily connect with (potential) collaboration partners and enjoy developing ideas into project proposals together with others.

You have:

• A strong background in software engineering and data architecture.
• Affinity with scientific research and an interest in personal health.
• Experience with data management and extraction tools, data lakes, data warehouses, and data modeling techniques.
• Experience with API development and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with cloud data platforms (Azure, Google Cloud Platform) is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Professional command of Dutch and English language.
• The ability to work independently on multiple projects at the same time and manage your own workload effectively.

Challenging and varied work with a real impact. And plenty of opportunities as, at TNO, you are in charge of shaping your career. We offer a gross monthly salary between € 3,950,- and € 6,600,- (based on your knowledge and experience), 8% holiday pay, a 13th month bonus of 8.33% and a flex budget (5.58% + € 180). In addition, you will be given every opportunity to develop yourself.

TNO offers optional employee benefits, enabling you to tailor your benefits package to match your personal situation. You may also expect:

• An extremely professional, innovative working environment where colleagues are leading experts in their field.
• The opportunity to attend courses, workshops and conferences, and to receive training and coaching based on your needs.
• 33 days annual leave on a full-time basis.
• An employer that values and encourages diverse talent, with initiatives like the Female Leadership Program, our Rainbow Community and round tables on inclusion topics.
• We offer a comprehensive and flexible mobility plan that also includes full compensation for public transportation for commuting and business travel.
• Great social events with your team and other TNO colleagues. That’s how you will get to know a lot of people really quickly.
• Flexible working hours, the possibility to work parttime (32 of 36 hours) and the possibility of working from home.
• A good pension scheme.

Read more about tailoring your benefits package.

At TNO, we innovate for a healthier, safer and more sustainable life. And for a strong economy. Since 1932, we have been making knowledge and technology available for the common good. We find each other in wonder and ingenuity. We are driven to push boundaries. There is all the space and support for your talent and ambition. You work with people who will challenge you: who inspire you and want to learn from you. Our state-of-the-art facilities are there to realize your vision. What you do at TNO matters: impact makes the difference. Because with every innovation you contribute to tomorrow’s world. Read more about TNO as an employer.

At TNO we encourage an inclusive work environment, where you can be yourself. Whatever your story and whatever unique qualities you bring to the table. It is by combining our unique strengths and perspectives that we are able to develop innovations that make a real difference in society. Want to know more? Read what steps we are taking in the area of diversity and inclusion.

The selection process comprises two interview rounds. In a final meeting we will discuss the terms of employment and your tailored benefits package. We aim to finalize the entire process within four weeks.

The selection process may include an online assessment and a reference check.

A certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) is required before starting a new job at TNO.