Data Analyst, Biological Data

Averna Therapeutics is seeking an experienced Data Analyst for a temporary 3-6month role. This position will support analysis, interpretation, and reporting of biological and experimental data. The role requires strong applied statistics, solid grounding in biology or life sciences, and hands-on data analysis skills. The analyst will work closely with scientists and cross-functional teams to ensure continuity of analytical workflows, data quality, and timely delivery of insights. 

Position, duties and responsibilities 

• Analyze biological and experimental datasets using appropriate statistical methods. 
• Perform data cleaning, normalization, and quality control on complex biological data. 
• Develop and maintain reproducible analysis workflows and documentation. 
• Generate figures, tables, and summary reports for internal stakeholders. 
• Collaborate with biologists, bioinformaticians, and project teams to interpret results. 
• Support ongoing studies by answering ad hoc analytical questions. 
• Ensure continuity of existing analysis pipelines during the coverage period. 

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree or higher in Biology, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or a related field. Preferred: PhD in a life science or quantitative discipline. 
• Demonstrated understanding of core biological concepts, such as molecular biology, genetics, or cell biology. 
• Strong foundation in statistics, including hypothesis testing, regression, and exploratory data analysis. 
• Proficiency in data analysis using tools such as R or Python. 
• Experience working with biological or experimental datasets. 
• Experience working in a research-driven environment. 
• Ability to clearly communicate analytical results to non-technical audiences. 
• Experience with omics data, clinical data, or other high-dimensional biological datasets. 
• Familiarity with data visualization best practices. 

Work Structure

• Temporary Position, 3-6 months in duration
• Located in Israel, maybe a hybrid work structure, but will require some time in the office.
• General ability to flex work time/days to account for meetings across time zones.