Student Worker – Data Pipeline Operations
Novonesis
Summary
Are you a university student interested in applying your technical skills to real-world data operations? As a Student Worker supporting our R2K Data Pipeline, you'll gain hands-on experience with a production data system that processes files shared by customers and makes that information available to internal teams. Your work will help ensure our teams have reliable data to better understand industrial fermentation processes and provide effective technical support to our customers.
Job description
The Role & Your Impact
In this role, you'll help operate, troubleshoot, and continuously improve the R2K Data Pipeline. You'll work with data, technology, and internal stakeholders while building practical experience in Python and data-driven operations.
- Monitor and operate the data pipeline to help ensure customer data is processed accurately and reliably.
- Investigate and resolve data processing issues and file-related errors.
- Respond to and resolve user support tickets in a timely and professional manner.
- Communicate with internal stakeholders and provide clear updates on issues and resolutions.
- Use Python and pandas to inspect, validate, and transform data.
- Support routine maintenance and continuous improvement of the pipeline.
What You'll Need to Be Successful
- Is currently enrolled in a university program in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
- Has experience using Python, particularly the pandas library.
- Has strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Communicates clearly and brings a customer-service mindset.
- Is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working independently.
- Can commute to Franklinton, North Carolina, as needed during onboarding and initial training.
Additional Skills & Interests We Value
- An interest in industrial processes, fermentation, or data-driven operations.
- An interest in gaining hands-on experience with production data systems.
- Curiosity and an interest in learning how technology and data can support customer-facing technical teams.
Ways of Working / Working Conditions
This is a long-term student assignment expected to require approximately 15–20 hours per week, with flexibility to accommodate your academic schedule. A hybrid arrangement is preferred. Ideally, you would work on-site in Franklinton, NC, approximately one day per week, with the remaining hours worked remotely. On-site attendance during onboarding and initial training is required, so you must be able to commute to Franklinton as needed during that period. The anticipated start date is January 2027.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a university program in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field
- Experience using Python, particularly the pandas library
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Clear communication and customer-service mindset
- Detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working independently
- Able to commute to Franklinton, NC as needed during onboarding and initial training
Benefits
- Hourly wage $23
- Flexible academic schedule
- Hybrid work arrangement
Company overview
Novonesis is a global biotechnology leader formed in January 2024 through the historic merger of two Danish bioscience icons, Novozymes and Chr. Hansen. As the world's leading biosolutions partner, the company leverages the power of biology to transform how we produce, consume, and live. With approximately 10,000 employees worldwide, Novonesis operates across more than 30 industries, providing innovative biological solutions that address global challenges in food systems, human health, agriculture, and environmental sustainability. The company's extensive biological toolbox includes enzymes, microbes, probiotics, and functional proteins that enable customers to create more sustainable products and processes. Novonesis serves diverse sectors including food and beverages, household care, agriculture, animal health, and human health, helping businesses reduce chemical use, lower carbon emissions, and improve resource efficiency while delivering better products to consumers. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, Novonesis is positioned to lead the global biosolutions revolution, driving positive change for both business and society.