Senior Associate Scientist Statistics and Data Analytics Biotechnology

Job title – Senior Associate Scientist Statistics and Data Analytics Biotechnology (66114)
Location – Delft, the Netherlands  Job model – Hybrid

Within the Data Automation & Analytics team, as part of dsm-firmenich’s global Science and Research organization, we are looking for an:

Senior Associate Scientist Statistics and Data Analytics Biotechnology

As Senior Associate Scientist Statistics and Data Analytics Biotechnology you are responsible for the design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of biological datasets to support and accelerate our innovation programs. To achieve this, you will work closely together with our lab automation, strain development and bioprocess experts as well as our analytical colleagues across the globe. You will be part of an entrepreneurial team, playing a vital role in establishing statistical and data analytics approaches aimed at accelerating insight generation and inform decision-making in food and biotech R&D projects. Our activities range from high-throughput screening programs to the development and execution of innovative analytical chemistry approaches, ultimately contributing to nutritional ingredients and solutions enhancing the well-being of people and the planet. This position will report to the R&D manager of the data automation & analytics team.

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Your mission

• Lead and collaborate within and across international project teams, acting as the (bio)statistics expert, to identify key needs and questions that can be addressed using statistics, advanced data analytics and data visualization.
• Design, plan and execute the analysis of design of experiments, response surface models, control charts, regression models, survival models, time series and related statistical models.
• Build exploratory and predictive models using multivariate statistics/machine learning/AI methods from, for example, high-dimensional biological and bioprocess data.
• Visualize, summarize, and communicate findings to project teams and other key stakeholders including but not limited to presentations, reports, publications, and patents.
• Coordinate data management for projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and external parties in the creation of databases and their connections with data analysis software/webapps.
• Translate data analytics needs of biotechnology R&D projects into technical requirements for the development of self-service software/webapps for data workflows, analysis, and visualization in collaboration with data and software engineers.

We bring

• A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers.
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset.
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally.
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose.
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity.
• Based on your experience we will offer you a base salary of € 62,000 to € 88,000 per year (including holiday allowance and 13th month) and extra benefits, such as 25 holiday days, a bonus, the option to buy more holiday days with a 6% my choice budget and much more. Please be aware that the salary may vary based on your experience.

You bring

• Ph.D. in (Bio)Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Physics, Biotechnology or a related quantitative discipline field with 3 years additional work experience or a master’s degree in Statistics, Data Science, or related quantitative discipline with 5 years’ additional work experience.
• Experience in applied statistics, data management, data reporting and visualization and experience with machine learning/AI algorithms to R&D data.
• Experience with statistical software packages and modern data visualization tools.
• Experience in Python and/or R programming.
• Knowledge on setting up data models and databases (SQL, NoSQL) and accessing them using queries.
• Expertise in building and running data processing workflows and webapp creation tools and libraries is a plus.
• Experience in FAIR data management, advanced data processing pipelines, data integration and visualization using cloud-based platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is considered a plus.
• Affinity with lab automation and data automation for analytical chemistry, screening and/or bioprocess labs in life sciences is a plus.
• Have excellent communication skills and are fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• You are a team player and are always happy to support the group, but you are also comfortable working independently, exploring your own ideas.
• You are curious and passionate and want to be in the front line, where research makes a difference.

The application process
Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal. For further information, please contact Julita Straszak, Recruiter (julita.straszak@dsm-firmenich.com).

Equal Opportunities Commitment
dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate, there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich. dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know. As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehenive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

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