Data Analyst II

Spectraforce Technologies
United States, Illinois, North Chicago
Mar 05, 2025
Position Title: Data Analyst (App developer) Contract: 6 months Location/Site: Remote (Eastern time zone preferred) Job Overview: As a Data Analyst with a focus on App Development, you will play a crucial role in building applications that streamline data visualizations and empower bioinformatics and non-bioinformatics stakeholders. You will work closely with researchers to understand their needs and transform requirements into efficient, user-friendly software solutions. Your work will enable scientists to leverage data effectively, driving innovative research and development initiatives. What are the top 3-5 skills, experience or education required for this position: a. Advanced skills with R/Python including app development (preferred: Rshiny) b. Experience with bioinformatics datasets (like BulkRNAseq, Proteomics, scRNAseq, CRISPR) c. Interaction with databases (SQL) d. Code management and documentation, usage of github Key Responsibilities: App Development: Design, develop and refactor applications that enhance the accessibility and usability of genomic data, integrating user feedback for continuous improvement. Understanding User Requirements: Engage with bioinformatics research scientists to gather and analyze requirements, translating them into technical specifications and application features. Enabling Team Success: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure applications are aligned with common data model standards and facilitate effective data management and querying. Process Automation: Utilize scripting languages to automate and optimize data processing/ingestion workflows, maintaining high standards of data quality and integrity. ETL Process Management: Develop and execute ETL processes that align with organizational standards, ensuring seamless integration of high-value datasets. Documentation and Collaboration: Maintain comprehensive documentation of development processes and version control to support collaboration and reproducibility. Required qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in computer science, bioinformatics, or a related field, with 3+ years of relevant experience. * Proven experience in app development and user interface design (preferred: Rshiny). * Strong skills in requirements gathering and translating them into actionable software solutions. * Proficiency in PostgreSQL or similar databases, with the ability to write complex queries. * Expertise in Python and R for automation and data manipulation. * Familiarity with bioinformatics data and bioinformatics data standards. * Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset, essential for partnering with diverse research teams. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience with AWS * Experience in API development