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What you can expect
As part of an enthusiastic global team of experts within the unit Digitalization in R&D, you will provide quantitative decision support to our life sciences research and development activities.
o In detail, your tasks will range from the analysis of experimental data to the development of machine learning algorithms for the classification of diverse research data.
o You will provide guidance and advice to our research chemists, biologists and agronomists on the use and implementation of modern applied statistics including machine learning into their workflows.
o You will play a significant role in managing projects that drive innovative digital solutions that allow scientists to plan experiments, explore and visualise their data most effectively.
What we expect
o During your degree in Applied Statistics / Data Sciences or Bioinformatics you have gained experience in the analysis and modelling of complex biological data.
o In addition, you have a solid knowledge of machine learning and the application of standard statistical techniques including linear modelling.
o You are fluent in programming in R and with a fair to excellent knowledge and understanding of programming R-Shiny apps. Your knowledge in Python or JavaScript is complementing your programming skills.
o Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and preferably German are your means to convey your expertise to our customers.
o In addition to your professional skills, your distinct entrepreneurial and team spirit is persuading.
We offer
o Responsibility from day one in a challenging work environment and “on-the-job” training as part of a committed team.
o Support of all employees by using different measures to ensure the balance of professional and private life.
o Competitive compensation including attractive benefits as well as excellent career opportunities in an international company.
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