Data Analyst - Middleton, United States - STgenetics

Description

*Job Title:

• Data Analyst

*Location: *Middleton, Wisconsin

*Reports to: *Director of Operations

Genetic Visions-ST "GVI" is an advanced genomic and genetic services provider to the livestock industry.

GVI uses state-of-the-art genomic and genetic profile services for bovine and swine producers to identify genomic potential, gene markers and specific genes that influence economically important production traits, animal health and viability while aiding producers in animal selection in breeding programs.

GVI is a division of STgeneticsTM, the most progressive livestock genetics company in the world as well as a provider of global commercial services including sex-sorted sperm and genetic and genomic-based livestock embryo production for elite male and female production and development.

*Position Description*The Data Analyst will focus on providing support to the laboratory through performing sample nominations at CDCB and managing conflicts created during the genotype upload process. As a data analyst this position will perform genotyping analysis and will be involved with the SNP transfer process for submitting genotypes to various data centers around the world. This position will also be responsible for developing programs to create efficiencies and streamline processes.

*Job Responsibilities / Duties

• Perform nomination of samples at CDCB
• Report genotyping conflicts to the customers
• Make pedigree changes at CDCB as approved by customers
• Perform data analysis from Illumina and Affymetrix genotyping platforms
• Perform SNP transfers to data centers around the world
• Develop programs to support the movement of data and information through Genetic Visions
• Assist the Customer Care Manager with customer support in the LIMS system
• Assist the Customer Care Manager with Invoicing
• Assist with LIMS development and testing
• Provide back up support for Sample Reception
• Preparation of customer correspondence
• Assist with data entry and reporting test data
• Assist with customer billing
• Participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Work with minimal oversight after training period
• Other duties as assigned

*Qualifications and Skills:

• Customer focused
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experienced with Microsoft Office products with an emphasis on Excel
• Excellent pattern recognition and problem solving
• Ability to multi-task and adjust to changing priorities
• Good time management
• Comfortable in a scientific environment
• Willingness to learn about genetics and the dairy industry
• Knowledgeable in at least one programming language (preference for Python) for programming tools for the laboratory
• Bachelor's degree preferred or Associate Degree with 2+ years work experience

*Genetic Visions / STgenetics is an Affirmative Action EEO employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genetic Visions / STgenetics participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. Genetic Visions / STgenetics is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Genetic Visions / STgenetics via-email, the internet or directly to hiring managers at Genetic Visions / STgenetics in any form without a valid written agreement in place for that specific position, will be deemed the sole property of Genetic Visions / STgenetics. As a result, no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Genetic Visions / STgenetics.


Job Type:
Full-time


Pay:
From $20.00 per hour


Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

matching

• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years
• 3 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you knowledgeable in at least one programming language? If so, which language(s)?

Experience:
* customer support: 1 year (Preferred)


Work Location:
In person