Data Scientist

The purpose of the Data Scientist is to

• support the Biocartis organisation by performing data analysis that is needed for product development (assays, instruments, manufacturing line), QC release and on-market support;
• support assay development teams by developing decision trees that will be integrated into the assay specific software;
• support assay development teams (internal and partner) with assay specific software develoment and writing;
• support the assay development teams with respect to scientific software tools and data management.

Accountabilities

• Develops tools and methods to facilitate analysis of the data generated during:
  • Assay Development
  • Cartridge production (including raw materials and semi-finished products)
  • Instrument production
  • Field usage
• Develops the decision tree that will be integrated in the assay specific software;
• Writes assay specific software for our Idylla platform (LUA scripting, xml) in support of new assay development requirements of R&D and IVD.  This includes definition of methods and data treatment algorithms and documentation.
• Performs data mining tasks, statistical analysis and assist other project team members with these tasks;
• Works as a member of a team, is responsible for organising own time and resources in an optimal fashion.  Prioritizes assigned projects and manages time accordingly.  Is able to handle more than one project simultaneously;
• Provides planning input and estimations for their work to support the assay PM (project planning), functional lead and Bio IT manager (resource planning).

Profile requirements

• A Bachelor or a Master in Bioinformatics or other life science discipline or equivalent through experience and/or training;
• Experience in computational biology;
• General basic knowledge of
  • SW Development Lifecycle : planning, requirements, design, implementation, verification.
• Basic knowledge of :
  • Scripting (LUA, Python);
  • Data analysis;
  • Mathematical programming (R);
  • Data visualisation (Spotfire is a plus);
  • Statistics;
  • Machine Learning (classification, regression, ...);
  • Deep Learning;
  • SQL query;
  • non-relational databases (Big data);
  • Molecular biology;
  • Science skills (Electronics, software, mechanics, chemistry, physics, optics, thermodynamics, fluids).
• Basic knowledge in IBM Synergy & Change, git, Team Foundation Server (TFS), Azure Development Server (ADS)
• Time management;
• Problem identification;
• Problem analysis;
• Independency;
• Analytical thinking;
• Flexibility;
• Has good technical writing skills;
• Cross-functional working and well-developed interpersonal skills;
• Eagerness to learn/assimilate novel concepts;
• Strong communication skills;
• Demonstrate good oral presentations skills;
• Thrives in a fast-paced and changing environment;
• Fluent in English both written and spoken, knowledge of Dutch is a plus.

Our offering

We offer you a challenging job in an exciting environment, working for top entrepreneurs in the biotech industry. You can be part of a very dynamic, young and growing team in a highly innovative environment. You will have freedom to shape your work and shape your job. Your input is highly appreciated.

Of course we offer you a fitting compensation package with various benefits which includes a Flexible Income Plan.

Our hybrid work regime offers flexibility for a better Work/Life balance.