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Data Analyst

3 months ago

Manukau, Auckland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Te tūnga | The role

  • Assist with the preparation of customer reports defining parameters and describing internal validation studies for STRmix' and related software.
  • Assist with data analysis for STRmix' and related software.
  • Where required, assist with the creation and review of customer training resources.
  • Where required, undertake supervised software build testing to assist with the developmental validation of software products.
  • Analyse raw data from customer laboratories using CE data analysis software e.g., GeneMapper ID-X, GeneMarker, FaSTR' DNA.
  • Prepare STRmix' evidence and reference input files, as well as kit, stutter, and database files for STRmix' and related software.
  • Undertake linear regression analysis on stutter ratio data to inform stutter models.
  • Run Model Maker within STRmix' to determine peak modelling parameters.
  • Assist with internal validation studies undertaken using customer DNA profiles analysed in STRmix' and related software, including performing sensitivity and specificity testing.
  • Assist with other data analysis as required (for external customer laboratories, ESR and project and development work) using data analysis tools e.g., MS Excel, R.
This role will be based at our Mount Albert Science Centre in Auckland.
Kia angitu koe | About you

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • An appropriate postgraduate qualification or a BSc with postgraduate experience in Forensic Science, Biology, Genetics, Statistics or similar.
  • Previous experience in forensic science is preferred.
  • Excellent data analysis and MS Excel skills.
  • Experience in statistical modelling or population genetic modelling would be highly desirable.
  • Good knowledge of STRmix' and strong data manipulation skills are also desirable.
  • The ability to liaise and focus on external customers and their requirements.
  • Experience delivering to deadlines with conflicting priorities.
  • Flexibility to work with overseas customers as required.


Ngā painga | The benefits ESR provide an excellent environment for fostering and developing our people in a values-driven, flexible and ever evolving landscape.

We are leaders in our field and our laboratory facilities are second to none. We offer diverse benefits including flexible working options that support everyone's lifestyle in balance with their work commitments.

Our people gain value from other benefits such as job-related learning and development opportunities, access to employee health schemes, social events, and wellbeing initiatives.

The indicative salary range is from $NZ85,040 - $NZ101,129, with additional benefits and international relocation assistance as applicable.