Senior Data Analyst (PhD)

NYU Grossman School of Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,728 - 106,180; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial security

Paid time off

Wellness program

Employee resource groups

Job summary

NYU Grossman School of Medicine's Chakravarti laboratory seeks a Senior Data Analyst (PhD) to lead large-scale genetics analyses, including autism and cardiovascular studies, using exome and genome data.

This role blends independent leadership and project management with teamwork, and opportunities to contribute to manuscript and grant writing. A PhD plus 3–5 years of genomics experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 3–5 years of experience required.
• PhD preferred/required depending on candidate profile.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute research analyses critical to each project’s mission.
• Design, develop, and test software necessary for analyses.
• Develop research methods relevant to software development.
• Identify and resolve technical problems.
• Ensure timely reporting of progress and impediments for timely completion of research projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Genomics analysis

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PhD

Job description

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 and analysis of functional genomics assays associated with hypertension. This role is well‑suited for an individual with a PhD degree and at least three years of diverse genomics expertise. 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

• Design and execute research analyses critical to each project’s mission.
• Design, develop, and test software necessary for analyses.
• Develop research methods relevant to software development.
• Identify and resolve technical problems.
• Ensure timely reporting of progress and impediments for timely completion of research projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and 3–5 years of experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD required.

Additional Requirements

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

Benefits

NYU Grossman School of Medicine offers a comprehensive benefits and wellness package, including financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program, various employee resource groups, and a holistic wellness program that addresses physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. Employees also receive access to financial wellness resources and other support programs.

Equal Opportunity

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. View “Know Your Rights” for workplace discrimination policies.

Salary

Salary range for the role: $70,727.81 – $106,180.20 annually. Actual salaries depend on experience, specialty, education, and hospital needs. Salary range does not include bonuses or other forms of compensation.