Senior Data Analyst (PhD)

Job Description

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.


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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Data Analyst (PhD).


The laboratory of Aravinda Chakravarti is seeking an experienced bioinformatics programmer and genomics analyst to join our genetics analysis team. This position plays a key role in leading our large-scale case-control and family data analysis of ongoing studies of complex genetic disorders, specifically autism and cardiovascular disease. Responsibilities will include exome and genome analysis of a large (60k+) autism-associated family cohort as well as analysis of functional genomics assays associated with hypertension. This role is well-suited for an individual with a PhD degree with diverse genomics expertise for at least 3 years. The ideal candidate will excel at combining independence, leadership and project management with teamwork and professionalism. An interest in contributing to manuscript and grant writing is a plus.

Job Responsibilities:

• Designs, initiates, and executes research analyses critical to each project's mission.
• Designs, develops and tests software necessary for analyses
• Develops research methods relevant to software development
• Identify and resolve technical problems.
• Ensures timely reporting of progress and impediments for timely completion of research projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Bachelor's Degree and 3-5 years of experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:
PhD Required

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.


NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.


NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.


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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $70,727.81- $106,180.20 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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