Data Scientist I

In this role as a Data Scientist I at our Bio-Rad location in Woodinville, WA, you will be responsible for prototyping, creating, maintaining, extending, improving, and automating complex and flexible data-driven reporting and analysis tools used by the Research and Development group and manufacturing teams in the U.S. Some of these tools already exist and use a combination of Microsoft Excel (complex workbooks with complex formulas and VBA code/macros), Windows remote applications, and web applications/APIs. We are also extending our tools' back-end in the cloud, and you could be the one helping us in this endeavor.

As a Data Scientist in the Clinical Diagnostics Group, your daily activities will revolve around enhancing our existing web analysis tools and introducing new features to optimize the flow and analysis of data within our organization. Your primary responsibilities will include maintaining current web-based applications in AWS and developing new applications as project needs arise. The ideal candidate will be passionate about improving healthcare and experienced in developing biological research tools and pipelines. You will play a crucial role in automating the analysis of routine experiments, developing algorithms, and performing statistical analysis of biological datasets. A strong understanding of clinical laboratory testing methods is preferred.

How You'll Make An Impact:

Work with end users, both in technical and functional roles, to gather requirements, develop solutions around them, and provide support as needed. This includes:

• Support manufacturing/production with data tools and support teams to ensure their needs are met and that production can be performed as planned.
• Using software development tools and methodologies to maintain and improve good software development practices. This includes writing, maintaining, and extending software documentation used for validation, maintenance, and further development using software versioning tools.
• Participating in an agile development environment as well as ensuring that software solutions satisfy FDA and ISO regulations.
• Learning laboratory information management system and/or ELN to support the day-to-day work in this platform.
• Coordinating with IT and other internal teams the testing, validation, and promotion of developed solutions.

What You Bring:

• Education: BS or MS in Data Science, computer science, or biological science; background in web application development.
• Work Experience: Perform analysis, design, coding, and testing for data-driven applications. Solid software development background, a troubleshooting mindset, and good communication skills.




• Must be able to work throughout all the software development life cycle.
• Must be able to do technical documentation like impact analysis, test cases, etc.
• Must have software troubleshooting experience.
• Must have experience with cloud computing and database management in AWS.
• Experience with HTTP based REST APIs and related web-based protocols.
• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Experience with UI development (HTML, CSS, Javascript, Angular).
• Have a good understanding of software best practices, development, test and deployment methodologies, and a variety of software tools. as well as an understanding of source-control techniques and practices.
• Have strong analytical abilities.
• Highly desirable candidates will also have:
• An enthusiastic desire toward learning new skills.
• Capable of assisting users and triaging reported bugs.
• Experience working with Relational and NoSQL databases.
• Be comfortable working with multiple technologies across the full stack of an application (UI, business layer, configuration, database).
• Experience working in a highly regulated (e.g., FDA) environment, and/or development experience in a biotech or Medical Device setting.
• Understanding of Windows domain (Active Directory) and Azure AD would be helpful (but not required).
• Advanced usage and understanding of Microsoft Office 365 or Microsoft 365 (VBA, Advanced formulas and functions, Data Tables/List Objects).

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we're empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That's why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee's work and life cycle.

Benefits: We're proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG's), and more!

Compensation: The estimated annual salary for this position is $100,800 to $138,600 annually, at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of the offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon the achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all races, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

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