Data Scientist

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About the Role

Internal Job Title: Expert I/II, Data Science, * Processing, curating, and annotating biobank-scale whole-exome, whole-genome, and phenotypic data sets to support robust genetic analyses

• Evaluating published algorithms and implementing bioinformatic pipelines for gene-phenotype association analyses in population- and family-based studies
• Conducting focused gene- or target-specific human genetics research and analysis to support or refute therapeutic hypotheses
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team and communicating findings to a scientifically diverse audience
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• Recent PhD (within last 2 years), or an MS and 2+ years of related post-graduate experience, or equivalent experience in human genetics, computational biology, bioinformatics, statistics, or related field
• Strong quantitative and analytical mindset with a foundation in statistical genetics
• Curious and adaptable with the ability and desire to rapidly learn across diverse areas as needed, including new algorithms, technologies, and disease area biology
• Familiarity with software (e.g. BCFtools, BEDtools, PLINK, Hail, regenie) and data types (e.g. CRAM/BAM, VCF, PLINK) common to human genetic and bioinformatic analysis
• Proficiency working with Unix/Linux-based systems and tools
• Proficiency in Python, R, Bash, and/or other relevant programming languages
• Experience working in high performance and cloud-based computing systems
• Ability to communicate scientific results clearly

Desirable Requirements

• Experience processing and analyzing biobank-scale genomic data (e.g. UK Biobank, All of Us, FinnGen, etc.), working in associated Trusted Research Environments
• Experience performing genetic association studies
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The salary for this position is expected to range between $103,600 and $192,400 USD annually for Expert I, Data Science, and $114,100 and $211,900 USD annually for Expert II, Data Science. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture