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DATA ANALYST I
At Neogen, our mission is to protect the world’s food supply and support animal and human health through innovation and science. We are currently seeking a Data Analyst I to join our Genomics team. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the accuracy, quality, and timely delivery of genotypic data to our global customer base.
The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, eager to learn, and committed to supporting quality standards through collaboration, data management, and continuous process improvement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage the generation, quality, and accuracy of genotypic data across assigned projects
Facilitate data transmission to customers via LIMS and FTP systems in collaboration with operations teams
Support internal teams with data reformatting and structural alignment to enable further analysis
Conduct quality control reviews to identify and address data discrepancies
Maintain working knowledge of genotyping analysis software for a single platform
Prioritize workload and delivery schedules based on customer needs and internal planning
Communicate effectively with laboratory staff to support data flow and troubleshooting
Demonstrate familiarity with molecular biology techniques and relevant technology platforms
Contribute to process efficiency initiatives and cost-reduction opportunities
Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and comply with ISO 17025 Quality Standards
Engage professionally with colleagues and leadership across departments
Meet individual and team-based performance and quality goals
Perform additional duties as assigned by management
Education and Experience:
Associate degree in genetics, molecular biology, biology, or a related field preferred (equivalent experience considered)
Experience working in a laboratory or data-heavy environment is a plus
Technical Skills:
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
Familiarity with data manipulation tools, quality systems, and file transfer platforms
Ability to interpret written procedures and generate routine documentation
Key Competencies:
Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Willingness to learn and adapt to evolving tools and processes
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting
Physical Demands:
Regularly required to stand, sit, use hands, and speak clearly
Occasionally required to walk, reach, lift/move up to 25 lbs
Visual abilities include close vision and color recognition
Work Environment:
Generally quiet laboratory or office setting
Occasional exposure to odors, airborne particles, or biological agents
From inside the farm gate to our dinner plates, Neogen protects the world’s food supply. Through a variety of animal healthcare products, to food safety solutions for dangerous bacteria, allergens, toxins, drug residues and much more, Neogen is there — and you can be too.
