Ontology Specialist
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Day Rate: £650/Day (Outside IR35)
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Working Model: Mostly Remote (Occasional Onsite Visits)
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Location: UK
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Employment type: Contract
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Ontology Specialist to join a growing Data Governance and Analytics function within a leading life sciences organisation.
This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining ontologies and taxonomies to support data integration, advanced analytics, and AI-enabled research. You will work closely with scientific, technical, and business teams to improve enterprise data quality, interoperability, and knowledge management.
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong experience in ontology engineering, semantic technologies, or knowledge management
- Hands-on experience with RDF, OWL, SKOS, SHACL, and semantic web standards
- Experience working with knowledge graph platforms (e.g., Neo4j or similar)
- Proficiency with ontology development tools (e.g., Protégé, GitHub-based workflows)
- Understanding of data governance, metadata management, and data quality processes
- Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, biomedical, or life sciences environments
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Desirable Skills
- Experience with data catalogue and modelling tools (e.g., Collibra, ER Studio)
- Knowledge of taxonomy management platforms
- Exposure to AI/ML, advanced analytics, or digital R&D programmes
- Experience working in large, complex enterprise environments
Note: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Please apply with your updated resume at bhavesh@careerwise.com.