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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist - **Company:** USG Professionals NV - **Location:** Geel, Belgium - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Big Data, Data Integrity, Machine Learning, Computational Statistics, Data Analytics - **Published:** August 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2773123480-data-scientist ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree with 6+ years, Master's degree with 4+ years, or PhD with 2+ years of relevant industry experience * Strong expertise in Statistics, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related field * Experience within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences sector * Solid understanding of cGMP environments and regulatory expectations * Experience supporting manufacturing, process development, or analytical sciences * Strong analytical mindset with the ability to lead complex technical projects * Excellent communication skills in English; Dutch is considered a plus * Experience with biologics manufacturing (upstream or downstream processes) * Exposure to advanced analytics, process monitoring, digital transformation, or Industry 4.0 initiatives * Ability to challenge the status quo and introduce innovative, data-driven solutions ## Description Are you passionate about transforming complex manufacturing data into actionable insights that drive innovation in the biopharmaceutical industry? We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist to join a global manufacturing and technology organization supporting cutting-edge biologics production. You'll play a key role in leveraging advanced statistics, data science, and process analytics to optimize manufacturing performance, accelerate product launches, and support the next generation of biopharmaceutical therapies. As a Data Scientist, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across manufacturing, process development, quality, and analytics to: * Apply advanced statistical modeling and data science techniques to solve complex manufacturing challenges * Support process optimization, process characterization, comparability studies, validation activities, and investigations * Design experiments, analyze large datasets, and translate results into clear business and scientific recommendations * Contribute to innovative initiatives around digital manufacturing, advanced process monitoring, and data-driven decision-making * Ensure data integrity, traceability, and compliance within a regulated pharmaceutical environment * Present findings and recommendations to technical experts, project teams, and senior stakeholders What You'll Bring * Bachelor's degree with 6+ years, Master's degree with 4+ years, or PhD with 2+ years of relevant industry experience * Strong expertise in Statistics, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related field * Experience within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences sector * Solid understanding of cGMP environments and regulatory expectations * Experience supporting manufacturing, process development, or analytical sciences * Strong analytical mindset with the ability to lead complex technical projects * Excellent communication skills in English; Dutch is considered a plus * Experience with biologics manufacturing (upstream or downstream processes) * Exposure to advanced analytics, process monitoring, digital transformation, or Industry 4.0 initiatives * Ability to challenge the status quo and introduce innovative, data-driven solutions What Makes This Opportunity Unique? Work within an international environment supporting multiple global manufacturing sites Contribute to the development and launch of innovative biologic therapies Drive advanced analytics initiatives with tangible impact on manufacturing performance Collaborate with highly skilled scientific, technical, and operational teams Be part of a future-focused organization investing in digital laboratories, smart manufacturing, and next-generation process understanding ## Related Videos - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Exploring 5 Key Applications of AI Abundance with Blockchain Assurance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/971-exploring-5-key-applications-of-ai-abundance-with-blockchain-assurance) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Geometric deep learning for drug discovery](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/264-geometric-deep-learning-for-drug-discovery) - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) - [Data Analytics with Microsoft Fabric: End-to-End Use Case with Data Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1547-data-analytics-with-microsoft-fabric-end-to-end-use-case-with-data-agents) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Software Developer Salary in The Netherlands [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/217-software-developer-salary-in-the-netherlands-2023) - [Data Analyst Salary in Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/276-data-analyst-salary-in-switzerland) - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany)