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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Manager - IT Lab Operations & Scientific Systems - **Company:** Johnson & Johnson - **Location:** Antwerpen, Belgium - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, DevOps, Information Technology Operations, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Laboratory Information Management Systems, Network Segmentation, Productivity Software, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, GitHub Copilot, Information Technology, Operational Systems, Data Management, GPT - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.be/jobad/be74ee1e38de6b9daae24db0d566bb4cda ## About the Role Bachelor or Master degree, or equivalent experience in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Chemistry/Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering 10+ years of relevant experience running IT platforms in life sciences, lab IT, scientific systems, instrument/system integration, OT/IoT connectivity Good understanding of drug discovery workflows and the role of lab informatics platforms, scientific operations systems, and data management in enabling secure, traceable, AI-ready data Ability to translate lab and business needs into technology solutions and support strategies Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, with a focus on quality, reliability, continuous improvement, and accountability. Proficiency with AI-assisted engineering and efficiency tools with the ability to use these tools responsibly to accelerate analysis, development, documentation, and problem-solving. You do not need to know every system or technology on day one. If you have experience with IT platform operations, or technology delivery-and you are excited to learn, partner, and make an impact-we encourage you to apply. If this sounds like a role where you could grow and contribute, we would love to hear from you! ## Description We are looking for a curious, collaborative, and technically grounded IT manager to help shape and deliver the next generation of lab IT operations and scientific systems across our R&D laboratories. In this role, you will improve how our labs run today and help prepare them for more secure, scalable, and AI-ready ways of working tomorrow. We turn complex lab technology needs into practical, secure solutions that scientists can rely on every day. We are a diverse team that supports Discovery and Development scientists around the world. Together, we deliver lab informatics solutions that help accelerate R&D innovation and enable the development of new medicines for patients with unmet medical needs., Shape the technical roadmap, and operational model for secure, connected, and observable lab IT operations and scientific systems. Across the lab estate, manage lab software and instrument control systems, facility management systems, process automation platforms, data acquisition tools. Be responsible for the full lifecycle of for these systems, Partner closely with lab managers, vendors and technical partner to develop secure architectures and operational practices for instrument onboarding and connectivity, secure remote access patterns, network segmentation, Windows 11 rollouts and system integrations. Connect operational systems and scientific data platforms such as LIMS, ELN, and SDMS to ensure data is secure, traceable, and AI-ready Partner with lab operations, business partners, vendors, security, compliance, and IT teams to align on priorities, risks, and deliver scalable solutions in a multi-functional environment. 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