Company
About the Organization
Sciensano is a renowned scientific institute that is dedicated to the challenge of uniting science, health and society. Sciensano is made up of about 1000 passionate workers who are committed every day to serving human and animal health through a variety of activities carried out in a professional and independent framework. Thanks to its long tradition of scientific expertise, Sciensano has distinguished itself as a leading scientific and public institution, but also as a key player in the interconnection between human health, animal health, and the environment ! Today, Sciensano draws its strength and specificity from a global and multidisciplinary approach to health, mobilizing unique research angles with the objective of contributing to the health of everyone.
More about Sciensano at : www.sciensano.be
Job description
Wanna give your training a strong societal turn ?
We are currently looking for a final-year Bachelor's or Master's student to join the Data Office team.
The Data Office aims to ensure that all data relevant to research, surveillance and decision-making within Sciensano are collected, managed and made available efficiently, reliably and with a high level of quality for storage, analysis, dissemination and reuse, while complying with the highest standards of security, compliance and ethics.
As a scientific institute, Sciensano manages a large volume of data generated through research, surveillance, laboratory activities and public health services. Effective data governance and a mature data management approach are essential to ensure the quality, availability, security and reusability of these data.
The Quantum Label provides a framework for assessing the maturity of organisations and services across various dimensions. Applying this framework to Sciensano's data-related activities enables an objective assessment of the current level of maturity and the identification of opportunities for improvement.
This assignment aims to assess the maturity of data governance and data management across different Sciensano services using the Quantum Label. In addition, the assignment includes evaluating the maturity label within the Quantum project.
The results of this project will contribute to:
- providing a better understanding of the organisation's current level of data maturity;
- identifying strengths, risks and areas for improvement;
- formulating recommendations for a future-oriented data governance strategy;
- evaluating the suitability of the Quantum Label as a tool for data governance assessments.
You like what you are reading ? Amazing ! Then, your tasks will involve :
- Identify and contact participants within the selected scientific services for the maturity assessment.
- Assess the data maturity of several scientific services using the maturity assessment framework.
- Collaborate with Data Stewards to characterise a limited number of datasets according to the Quantum Label as part of a pilot project.
- Compare and evaluate the assessment results across the organisation.
- Evaluate the maturity label within the Quantum project.
- Prepare a report summarising the findings and providing recommendations.
Profile
Your Profile :
Degree : You are a final-year Bachelor's or Master's student in Information Science, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Health Sciences, Computer Science, Library and Information Science, Public Administration, or a related discipline with an interest in data governance, metadata management, and research data, as well as an affinity for the scientific or public sector.
General Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
- Strong communication skills, including conducting interviews and engaging with stakeholders.
- Proactive attitude and ability to work independently.
- Well-organised, accurate and detail-oriented.
- Strong analytical skills and an interest in organisational challenges.
- Eagerness to learn and a genuine interest in data and information management.
- Excellent written communication skills for documentation and reporting.
Technical Skills
- Interest in data governance, data management and information management.
- Ability to structure, analyse and synthesise complex information.
- Knowledge of and interest in the FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable and Reusable).
- Interest in health data, scientific research or public health.
Language Skills
- A good active command of English is essential.
- Basic knowledge of French and/or Dutch.
We offer
The Offer :
- A full-time internship at a renowned scientific institute
- A dedicated mentor who will accompany you throughout your internship
- The opportunity to connect with leading scientists in your field
- A clear internship convention between you, your institution and us
- A stimulating internship environment to strengthen your expertise or acquire a first great experience
Application deadline : December 15, 2026.
Contact
Send your application quickly via our website : https://www.sciensano.be
What happens next ?
1° Our recruiters will analyze each application
2° We will then send you an email to inform you of the decision made based on your cv and cover letter
3° The candidates whose application best matches the position will be invited for an interview
