Description:
We are seeking a dynamic BioInformatics Analyst to support our innovative biomarker discovery platform.
The BioInformatics Analyst will work in a fast-paced, team-oriented commercial and technical group providing technical presentations, guidance for ingestion, analysis, and interpretation of data, and materials for deeper understanding of our data workflows. The work requires attention to detail, deep understanding of data, and insightful discernment of client needs. This role will interact cross-functionally within the organization to optimize value customers derive from their data.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Support and educate internal and external stakeholders about the data
- Walk clients through their data upon delivery, guiding appropriate initial steps and specific best practices
- Deliver technology presentations to potential clients for best utilization of the platform
- Engage in problem solving with customers and commercial team
- Partner with internal BioInformatics, Software, and IT teams to optimize value delivery to customers
- Leverages customer feedback to shape best practices and future product development
- Develop strong relationships with customers
Qualifications Education:
- BS degree in the Computer Science, Statistics, or Mathematics; advanced degree preferred
- Advanced coursework or experience in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology desired; ‘Omics experience preferred
- Minimum of 2 years data analytics experience; education may compensate for experience
- Experience in one or more data analysis languages (e.g. Python, R) required
- Successful track record in a client-facing role for a scientific or technology company
- Experience training others preferred
- Experience using one or more databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Neo4j) is preferred
- Familiarity with Linux command line is a plus
- Familiarity with CRM systems preferred
Skills:
- Strong communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain relationships
- Demonstrated understanding of the needs of scientific customers, particularly involving ‘omics data analyses
- Aptitude and desire for ongoing learning of new technical details related to bioinformatics, statistics, and biochemistry
- Results-oriented with a drive to find solutions to problems
- Keen ability to discern and adapt to meet needs of varied audiences
- Self-motivated, disciplined self-starter with an ability to work independently
- Ability to adapt to change and work effectively on various assignments
- Good organizational and planning skills, strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong agility to learn, understand, and communicate complex terminology and to maintain the required technical expertise including competitive product knowledge
- Excellent presentation skills