Research Assistant in Biological Data Analysis - Benguerir

Duration: Fixed term of 6 months, with a possibility of renewal.

Position description and mission:  Under the direction of the Program Lead, the candidate will be responsible primarily for retrieving and organizing biological data from global databases for synthesis and interpretation through meta-data analysis. Preparation of datasets and other digital resources for open science dissemination through collaborative networks.

Principal duties:

• Gather the data from peer-reviewed articles, reports and technical bulletins, as defined by the research team;
• Define and maintain the database 
• Organize the data for optimal retrieval in structured and unstructured analyses;
• Make updates as required to add missing data and correct errors;
• Select data for analysis according to the PRISMA procedures for Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses;
• Use appropriate statistical software such as SAS, Stata, R or Matlab to interpret and synthesize the findings in response to scientific questions, as defined by the research team;
• Prepare tables, graphics, illustrations and written texts that explain the findings of the meta-data analysis;
• Organize digital data and other digital resources in formats that are suitable for dissemination, according to open science principles;

Skills:

• Enthusiasm for empirical research involving biological systems
• Strong knowledge of software used for database management such as Excel or SQL
• Experience in programming of at least one statistical software such as SAS, Stata, R or Matlab
• Able to judge the quality of data according to PRISMA procedure

Desired profile:

The selected candidate should have:

• Masters degree in Data Science, Biostatistics, Applied Mathematics or equivalent training.
• Or a Engineering degree in Statistics, Data Management or similar disciplines.
• Good mastery of English.
• Previous research experience a plus.