Bioinformatician

Goldbelt, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Goldbelt Professional Services is seeking a Bioinformatician to provide statistical support for the Office of the Director (OD). The role involves performing analyses, designing databases, and preparing reports for scientific and management audiences.

You will work with SAS, R, Python and MS Office tools, contributing to public health data projects and CDC response efforts under supervision. Salary ranges from $90,000 to $100,000 annually with a comprehensive benefits package including health,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 1–2 years of relevant work experience in a public health or quantitative field.
• Proficient with statistical software: SAS, R, Python.
• Experience with data management systems and applying data management software.

Responsibilities

• Use research methods and data collection tools to ensure appropriate data gathering.
• Design and maintain databases for management (SAS, SUDAAN, Access, Excel).
• Conduct descriptive statistics, factor analyses, and regression models.
• Extract data from sources including NHSN for analysis.
• Prepare interpretations of analyses for scientific and public audiences and project teams.
• Prepare reports based on analytical results to support manuscript development.
• Perform statistical analysis of complex surveillance using large datasets and merging techniques.
• Support CDC response activities and EOC staffing under DHQP Team Lead.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written & verbal communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master's degree

Tools

SAS

R

Python

Access

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Overview

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Goldbelt Professional Services specializes in providing expert resources for Public Health missions including scientific, technical, and administrative support from junior staff to high-level subject matter experts. Research and data driven, Goldbelt Professional Services’ experts create solutions customized to the client’s needs.

Summary

Goldbelt Professional Services is seeking a Bioinformatician to provide statistical support for the Office of the Director (OD).

Responsibilities

• Utilize research methodology and data collection tools to ensure appropriate data is gathered.
• Design and maintain databases for management, including SAS, SUDAAN, Access, and Excel.
• Conduct data analyses including descriptive statistics, factor analyses, and various regression models.
• Extract data from sources including NHSN for analysis.
• Prepare preliminary interpretations of analyses for scientific and public audiences, project teams, and/or management.
• Prepare reports based on analytical results, supporting manuscript development.
• Perform statistical analysis of complex surveillance using large datasets, including merging techniques and established statistical methodologies.
• Participate during CDC response activities and training exercises under direction of the DHQP Team Lead; duties include staffing the EOC desk to help support CDC's mission.

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly proficient in using Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint).
• Excellent judgment and decision-making; capable of working independently with ability to multitask successfully.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication in interpersonal exchanges.
• Highly organized with great attention to detail.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 1–2 years of relevant work experience in a relevant public health or quantitative field.
• Highly proficient in using various statistical software (SAS, R, Python, etc.)
• Knowledge of data management systems and application of data management software.
• Previous experience working with the government procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CDC Public Trust Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree plus 3–5 years of relevant work experience in a relevant public health or quantitative field.
• Prior experience working with the CDC is highly desired to understand the culture and environment.

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $90,000.00 to $100,000.00 annually.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.