Te tūnga | The role

The STRmix team (www.strmix.com) creates world leading, award winning software that allows forensic biologists to analyse, interpret and investigate DNA profiles more efficiently and effectively. Our mission is to empower the forensic community through science and innovation. We do this through leading edge scientific research, high quality software development and comprehensive training and support delivery. Our flagship software, STRmix™, has been developed by ESR in partnership with Forensic Science South Australia (FSSA). Adding FaSTR™ DNA and DBLR™ to STRmix™, we provide an end-to-end analysis and interpretation solution.

We have a permanent fulltime (minimum of 37.5 - 40 hours per week) opportunity for a Data Analyst to join the STRmix team. This role is specific to the STRmix™ software application and related software and will focus on supporting the STRmix team through the analysis of DNA profiling data during forensic DNA laboratory’s internal validation and implementation process.  You will work closely in the STRmix team to analyse data and generate reports in a timely fashion for forensic science customers worldwide. 

In this role, you will be involved in the following:

• 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. 

ESR are an accredited employer with Immigration NZ. If you are from overseas and would like to learn more about living and working in New Zealand, please see here: https://www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/.

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

Tono mai | Apply Now

If you have any questions about the role or would like to request a full position description, please get in touch with Dorothy.Roy@esr.cri.nz.

We encourage applications from those with an understanding of or a willingness to develop their capability in Te Tiriti o Waitangi, tikanga Māori, and/or te reo Māori.

If you are looking for a chance to meaningfully contribute to the wellbeing of New Zealanders and our overseas customers, please apply now. Applications close at 12:00am NZDT Tuesday 02 April 2024.

ESR is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces flexibility, diversity, and inclusion. Your unique talents and experience will help us deliver exceptional services to New Zealand. We look forward to receiving your application.

Please note the successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment drug-screen, a Ministry of Justice and/or police vetting report of criminal charges/convictions, proof of academic qualifications/coursework, and the provision of a staff elimination DNA sample and participation in ESR’s immunisation programme, in order to satisfy the conditions of employment for this position. Overseas candidates may be required to satisfy Immigration NZ requirements.

Applications Close:

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We offer best in class industry benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence necessary for select roles. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, the Adjunct-Fire Science coordinates and instructs Fire Science academic courses.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares, instructs and grades class coursework.
• Assigns final grades.
• Serves as a liaison and resource to the fire service community and public-school systems of the service district.
• integrates computer software and technology-based instruction appropriately.
• Maintains a safe and effective classroom environment.
• Participates in department, division, and adjunct faculty meetings.
• Completes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree with a major in a related field. or Master’s Degree and 18 graduate semester hours in a related field;
• Must be a public speaker with excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Must possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills;
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Windows based applications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position requires an ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach up, stoop ability to participate in physical activities related to firefighting, the ability to lift an object of fifty (50) pounds or less, and carry items in excess of fifty (50) pounds.  It also requires manual dexterity to operate Firefighting equipment, standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary.  IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.

This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position.  This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.

Classification

Supervisory

FLSA Exempt

Employment Type

Compensation and Application Deadline