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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 modelling and analysis of experimental data to the development of biostatistical procedures for digital workflows and big-data platforms.
o Given your expertise, you will advise and train our research chemists, biologists and agronomists in the design and analysis of laboratory, greenhouse and field trials around the world.
o You will provide guidance to your customers regarding data collection and processing.
o Moreover, you will play a significant role in managing projects that drive innovative digital solutions that allow scientists to plan experiments, explore and analyse their data most effectively.
What we expect
o During your PhD in natural sciences with a focus on Biostatistics / Bioinformatics or your degree in Applied Statistics / Data Sciences, you have gained experience in modelling biological or agricultural data.
o In addition, you have a solid knowledge of experimental design and the application of linear models and/or the use of machine learning in these fields.
o You are fluent in programming in R and have an 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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