Data Scientist (Lab Informatics)

$115,000 - $165,000/Yr

Aix Ventures - Berkeley, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Berkeley, CA

About the position

Profluent is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Data Scientist focused on laboratory informatics to support experimental biology workflows. The role involves automating data capture and analysis, enhancing productivity for scientists, and collaborating with a diverse team to shape the future of AI-driven protein design.

Responsibilities

• Provide computational support for experimental biology workflows (guide RNA design, primer design, barcoding, codon optimization, cloning)
• Write robust software that captures experimental data and streamlines it into Benchling and other relational databases
• Collaborate with scientists to create relational data models that represent experimental workflows
• Implement bioinformatics tools for analysis of NGS sequencing data
• Act as a data steward, managing, organizing, and providing access to datasets generated across a protein engineering campaign
• Clearly document code and communicate outcomes to colleagues

Requirements

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Bioengineering, Bioinformatics, or a related quantitative bioscience field
• 3+ years of academic or biotechnology industry research or laboratory experience
• Experience with Benchling or other laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
• Experience analyzing data from molecular biology experiments
• Fluent in Python data analysis tools (numpy, pandas, Jupyter notebook, biopython)
• Experience with Linux environments and version control (git)
• Pays attention to detail, highly organized, and excels in a fast-paced work environment

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with high throughput data and lab automation systems
• Experience designing relational data models and writing SQL queries (e.g. MySQL, PostgreSQL)
• Experience working with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or other cloud-based compute services (e.g. AWS)
• Experience with at least one data analysis & visualization tool

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Health insurance (health/dental/vision)
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Commitment to physical and mental well-being