This is an 11-month contract with a strong view for extension.

Responsibilities

• Support the group genotyping operations through timely and accurate completion of assigned data analysis projects.
• Clean, transform or model data using appropriate software for analysis and report generation.
• Carry out livestock breed, traceability, parentage and other relationship analysis testing using molecular genotyping data.
• Perform meat DNA traceability using bespoke DNA traceback system.
• Interpret data and analyse results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports.
• Identify, analyse, and interpret trends or patterns in the datasets.
• Follow standard operating procedures, to perform quality control review of the data.
• Help form part of the design and implementation of new programs and processes across the business as required.
• Leverage prior analysis and programming experience to locate and define new process improvement opportunities.
• Participate in code review and program testing for existing and new processes.
• Communicate progress and non-conformities to line management.
• Resolve problems by examining and evaluating data; selecting corrective steps.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Enhance laboratory and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to the role.
• Perform other technical duties appropriate to the role as assigned by the Division Head.
• Report any Health and Safety issues.
• Adhere to ISO 17025 requirements.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• Masters Degree in Biological/Computer science or Engineering.
• Technically focused with strong analytical and quantitative aptitude.
• Experience in molecular biology.
• Knowledge of statistics and technical expertise in data analysis methodologies.
• Detailed functional knowledge and expertise of data collection methods, data analysis, data integrity, and report preparation.
• Demonstrated knowledge in MS Excel and R / Python programming.
• Experience with dashboard report building (Power BI / Tableau) an advantage
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to compare data outcomes for
concordance and perform quality assurance.
• Familiar with working in a quality assured environment.
• Ability to work independently, under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Ability to take ownership and responsibility.
• Familiarity with ISO quality systems.
• Good time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English