BioLizard opens the position of Software & IT Architcture Scientist for the purpose of Job Shadowing, offering PhD candidates (≥ 3rd year of the PhD trajectory) / postdocs affiliated with 1 of the 5 Flemish universities the possibility to see for themselves what tasks and responsibilities come with this particular job function. 

BioLizard is a leading multi-national data analytics and data management consulting company supporting digital transformation in the life sciences industry by offering bespoke, tailored solutions. From data analytics and bioinformatics, to software development and AI, we support biopharma and biotech companies in accessing vital, data-driven insights that can be turned into actions and drive life sciences research forward.

At BioLizard, a Software & IT Architecture Scientist typically has a background of biomedical or bioscience engineering and computer science, and works as a scientific consultant for specific projects for customers in Biotech and Pharma (small to big). In addition, the role of Software & IT Architecture Scientists at BioLizard is paramount in the development of software frameworks like BioVerse. These scientists develop the robust, scalable, and user-friendly underlying infrastructure and software components, which are essential for ensuring the framework's core functionality. BioVerse, in turn, empowers researchers to effectively integrate, manage, analyze, and visualize diverse biomedical data by providing this structured foundation.

During the job shadowing day, the participant will learn which consultancy and internal research tasks an Software & IT Architecture Scientist performs, how the scientist engages with various departments within the organization (e.g., sales, project management), and how the role fits within the company structure, including key duties and responsibilities. This experience will help the participant assess whether a scientific role in an industrial setting could be a good fit.

> Open to PhD candidates / postdocs with a background in Software &
IT Architecture. PhD candidates and postdocs should have a good theoretical knowledge of the basics of molecular biology, and a proficient knowledge of English.

BioLizard offers a 1-day Job Shadowing experience. The dates suggested for Job Shadowing are 7 and 14 October. The exact date will be decided upon in close consultation with the selected candidate.