Data Scientist - Animal Genetics

Gencove is taking low-pass sequencing to population scale and is hiring a Data Scientist to be a key member of this effort.

At Gencove, we develop software and algorithms for processing genomic data at scale. We use Python/R for research, and deploy to production with Python on the AWS ecosystem.

The role entails data analysis of genetic data from cattle, dogs, and a variety of different species, and owning the deployment of resulting features to production. Strong research skills and a demonstrated history of accomplishment are critical to the role. The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative background and experience working with genomic data from animals at scale.

Successful candidates must be able to work effectively both in a collaborative setting and independently, and possess outstanding communication skills.

The candidate will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment of an early stage startup company.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a quantitative field (computer science, statistics, physics, computational biology, etc.)
• Demonstrated strong programming skills in Python, or similar
• A strong grasp of basic concepts in statistics and genetics
• 3-5 years of experience in animal genomics
• Experience working with genomic data at scale
• Proficiency working in a *nix environment
• Systematic problem-solving approach, coupled with strong communication skills and a sense of ownership and drive.
• A commitment to scientific rigor and eagerness to learn

Preferred qualifications

• PhD in a quantitative field (computer science, statistics, physics, computational biology, etc.)
• Demonstrated strong programming skills in C++, or similar

Benefits

• competitive compensation package including equity in a fast-growing startup
• generous PTO in addition to company-observed holidays
• medical insurance
• dental insurance