Data Analyst, LIMS Intern

About Pivot Bio:  

Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of the soil microbiome, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in agriculture. Our products harness the power of naturally occurring microbes to provide nutrients to crops and new sustainable ways for farmers to reduce the usage of fertilizers as they work to help feed the world’s growing population.

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Position:  Data Analyst, LIMS Intern  

Summer 2023 Internship: May-August 2023  

The scientific computing team builds tools that help scientists track their experimental data via a laboratory information management system (LIMS) that manages samples in the lab and their associated assay data by collaborating with scientists to understand their needs and deliver appropriate solutions. 

Responsibilities:  

• Shadow a lab team to understand the relationship between their lab work and data capture process 
• Interview scientists and RAs to understand how data is captured and how people use it later 
• Prototype solutions for data capture of an assay for that team in Benchling 
• Gather feedback about proposed solution and adjust as needed 
• Test MVP solution to ensure that it works 
• Train team on how to use created module 
• Create a dashboard that helps present results of assay to users 
• Other duties as assigned  

Physical Demands:  

• Job will involve mostly (95%) office work with occasional (5%) time spent in the laboratory to understand processes  
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, or fingers 
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing 
• Communicating with others to exchange information 

Qualifications and Experience:  

• Strong verbal and communication skills 
• Ability to self-manage time and execute on assigned responsibilities 
• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in biological or physical science and interested in data/software  
• Some familiarity with Python or SQL  
• Experience working in biology or physical science lab 

*Must be authorized to work in the United States   

What we offer:  

• Opportunity to gain professional experience in a progressive company 
• Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team