Global Standards Project Manager BRIGHT

Do you want to have a real impact in the future of Biotechnology for the Green Transition Then this job is for you!

If you are an expert in data standardization and passionate about empowering scientific discovery this role is tailored for you. Your expertise will be a cornerstone of BRIGHTs data strategy directly contributing to projects addressing world-level challenges. You will collaborate with world-class scientists in an international flexible and supportive environment at one of Europes leading research and education institutions.

The Informatics Platform is the digital backbone of our research institute delivering cutting-edge data software and data science services to accelerate scientific discovery. Within this platform the Standards Office is a lean highly focused team dedicated to harmonization quality and scalability across the organization.

The Global Standards Project Manager is a strategic consultative role within the Informatics Platforms Standards Office. Serving as the global architect for data this position ensures all technical workflows align tightly with BRIGHTs data strategy. The successful candidate will act as an internal advocate and consultant driving the adoption of standardized practices across diverse research groups biofoundries and external partners while leading the onboarding process across projects to ensure standardisation scalability and data integrity. It is a highly collaborative position looking to optimize research efficiency and shape the future of our institutes data ecosystem.

The job
We are seeking a Global Standards Project Manager to serve as the strategic architect of our data this role you will define overarching informatics standards that align tightly with the institutes BRIGHT global strategy. Operating as an internal consultant and champion you will bridge the gap between high-level strategy and hands-on research fostering adoption across diverse research groups departments biofoundries and external collaborators. If you are passionate about data integrity cross-functional collaboration and driving systemic impact in life sciences this role is for you.

As the Global Standards Project Manager you will be expected to:

• Define and maintain global data and operational standards that directly support and advance the BRIGHT global strategy.
• Act as an internal consultant helping diverse scientific and technical teams understand the long-term value of standardizing their data workflows.
• Actively foster the implementation of agreed-upon standards across research groups departments biofoundries and external partner teams.
• Streamline and lead the onboarding process for new research initiatives ensuring they are built on a compliant and standardized foundation from day one.
• Work closely with data scientists software engineers and laboratory scientists to ensure standards are practical impactful and seamlessly integrated.

Our expectations of you

• PhD in Bioinformatics Data Science Computer Science Molecular Biology or a related field with a strong computational focus (or equivalent professional experience).
• Strong understanding of data management principles ontologies and data governance frameworks within a research or biotechnology setting.
• Minimum of 35 years of experience managing complex cross-functional projects preferably within an informatics software or data science environment.
• Proven track record of acting as an internal consultant or advocate successfully driving the adoption of new tools standards or methodologies across resistant or highly independent teams.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to translate complex technical standards into clear value propositions for non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to see the big picture and align localized research workflows with overarching organizational goals (like the BRIGHT strategy).

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working within or alongside research laboratories biofoundries or advanced scientific computing platforms.
• Experience designing and executing onboarding processes or workshops to integrate new projects into established data ecosystems.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g. GDPR) and compliance standards relevant to scientific data.
• Basic scripting or query skills (e.g. SQL Python) for data extraction and integration.

What we offer in return

• A vibrant intellectually stimulating and collaborative research environment.
• Opportunities for professional development certifications and conference attendance.
• A flexible working environment.

Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). You are employed as an Academic Officer Senior Officer Senior Executive addition supplements can be negotiated in accordance with DTUs salary structure for academic staff employed in technical-administrative positions at DTU (AC TAP): is a permanent position.

Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than 15 July 2026.Open the Apply now link fill out the form and attach your motivated application CV and exam certificates.

If you would like additional information about the position please contact Alberto Santos Delgado Head of the Informatics Platform.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age gender disability race religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology which is subject to special rules for security and export control open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

About BRIGHT The Novo Nordisk Foundation Biotechnology Research Institute for the Green Transition

The Novo Nordisk Foundation Biotechnology Research Institute for the Green Transition (BRIGHT) is a major initiative based at DTU that aims to accelerate the development of biosolutions and strengthen the bio-based economy. BRIGHT serves as a hub for academic and industrial partners working together to unlock the potential of bioproduction. BRIGHT focuses on three main areas: Sustainable materials (Developing bio-based alternatives to fossil-derived materials) Microbial foods (Innovating food production through microbial technologies) and Microorganisms for net-zero agriculture (Creating solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in agriculture). The goal is to develop and scale innovative biosolutions within these areas ultimately creating sustainable and competitive alternatives to fossil-based products and processes that can make significant contributions to reducing global greenhouse gas emissions.

DTU For the benefit of society since 1829
DTU is one of Europes leading elite technical universities. Through research and education at an international top level we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and help secure Europes global leadership in sustainable technological development. Since Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago our mission has remained the same: We develop and create value through the natural and technical sciences for the benefit of society. DTU has 13800 students 1600 PhD students and 6500 employees. We work in an international environment and have an inclusive stimulating and informal work culture. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities around the world.