Microbiome Data Scientist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Analyze microbiome data including taxa abundances, diversity metrics, and functional genes to address key research questions.

• Create and sustain innovative microbiome metrics and biomarkers utilizing statistical and machine learning techniques.

• Perform statistical analyses on longitudinal clinical data.

• Develop data visualizations, reports, and presentations for stakeholders and for publication purposes.

• Compose research protocols, statistical analysis plans, and clinical study reports.

• Operate independently across various projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

• Assist in the creation of new product and study concepts.

• Contribute to scientific publications, proposals, and the sharing of internal knowledge.

⛳️ Requirements

• Master’s or PhD in a relevant field is preferred (e.g., data science, computational biology, bioinformatics, systems biology, microbiology).

• A minimum of 3 years of full-time, relevant experience post-Master's, or 0-1+ years of relevant experience with a PhD.

• Strong foundation in statistics, machine learning, and data visualization techniques.

• Proficiency in R and/or Python; familiarity with SQL and large datasets is preferred.

• Experience in microbiome data analysis (e.g., 16S, shotgun metagenomics) is highly sought after.

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Self-driven, organized, and capable of working independently in a remote-first setting.

• Previous experience in a fast-paced startup environment is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Professional development opportunities.

• Remote-first company culture.

• Commitment to high standards and a human-centered culture.