Data Science Analyst Jobs in Maine

JOB SUMMARY

The role requires a highly motivated, innovative, driven, and independent analyst who will perform analysis of complex biological data – including genomics, behavior, and other modalities of data. The ability to plan, execute, and report analytic results is important. Ability to collaborate, integrate, and communicate with the bench scientists conducting the experiments and generating the data is key. This is a highly collaborative and integrated environment with multiple projects. Role will be directly supervised. Manager will determine assignment and prioritization of projects, as well as assessment of progress on projects, in direct consultation with the analyst. The position requires someone who can independently plan and execute work, is self-motivated, organized, and can deliver on a timely basis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Level I requires BS or MS degree Master’s in the Computational or Biological Sciences. Incumbents who have not achieved a Master’s degree may compensate for lack of a degree with at least 1-2 years of professional bioinformatics work experience. Works under close supervision.
- Performs statistical analysis; interprets and evaluates results, and compiles data for peer and PI review
- Ability to interact with all individuals in a productive, professional and positive manner to enhance the outcome of the goals of the research program
- Exceptional computer skills, ability to develop technical documents, databases and presentations
- Demonstrated success in conducting multiple, concurrent assignments or a multi-faceted project
- Demonstrated team player with professional, positive attitude and willingness to be flexible
- Demonstrated skill in effective and professional oral and written communication
- Ability to set priorities, balance different projects and meet deadlines

EDUCATION REQUIRED

Bachelor's Degree

EDUCATION PREFERRED

Master's Degree

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

1 year

EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

2 years

PAY RANGE

$56,538 - $94,658

ABOUT JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community.

EEO STATEMENT:

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.