Data Entry Operator I

cni

Rockville (MD)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 29,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. seeks a detail‑oriented data curator to organize, enter, review, and manage scientific information.

This information-management role emphasizes accuracy, consistent terminology, and precise classification of complex content. You will work with scientific records across chemistry, biochemistry, and biology, applying domain knowledge to ensure reliable data that supports research and compliance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline, chemistry preferred.
Ability to obtain and access classified information at the client level.
Strong reading, interpretation, and management of scientific/technical content with high accuracy.
Demonstrates organization, repetitive-task precision, and prioritization in detail‑oriented work.

Responsibilities

Enter, review, organize, classify, and maintain scientific information in designated databases.
Read and interpret scientific materials in chemistry, biochemistry, biology to ensure accuracy and categorization.
Apply scientific knowledge to classify records and identify relationships within data sets.
Review incoming information for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with procedures.
Identify missing or conflicting data and elevate questions for review.
Collaborate with scientists and information specialists across teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Scientific information management

Reading & interpretation

Written communication

Organizational skills

Learning specialized databases

Prioritization & problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

Specialized databases

Classification systems

Job description

SUMMARY

A detail‑oriented data curator responsible for organizing, entering, reviewing, and managing scientific information. This role requires strong scientific literacy, sound judgment, and the ability to accurately interpret and categorize technical content.

This is an information‑management position, not a laboratory role. The successful candidate will work extensively with scientific records and data in a capacity similar to a specialized science librarian‑maintaining the accuracy, consistency, and usability of scientific information so it can be efficiently located and applied.

The position is highly specialized, and comprehensive training will be provided on all relevant systems, procedures, terminology, and standards.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business ( Business Services, Health, Infrastructure and Engineering, Mission Optimization, Technology and Transportation ) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long‑term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental - Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug‑free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

The ability to obtain, maintain and access classified information at the client level.

Strong academic foundation in chemistry, biochemistry, and biology, including a full year of organic chemistry.

Skilled in reading, interpreting, and managing scientific and technical information with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Demonstrates strong organizational abilities and excels in structured, repetitive work while maintaining precision.

Adept at learning specialized databases, terminology, and classification systems.

Possesses strong written communication, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage priorities effectively in a detail‑intensive environment.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Enter, review, organize, classify, and maintain scientific information in designated databases and information‑management systems.

Read and interpret scientific materials in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, and related disciplines to ensure accuracy and appropriate categorization.

Apply scientific knowledge to classify records, select proper terminology, and identify relationships within data sets.

Review incoming information for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and alignment with established procedures and standards.

Identify missing, conflicting, or potentially incorrect data and elevate questions for further review as needed.

Manage multiple information‑processing tasks while consistently meeting accuracy, quality, and productivity expectations.

Follow established data‑governance, confidentiality, quality‑control, and records‑management requirements.

Collaborate with scientists, subject‑matter experts, information specialists, and cross‑functional team members.

Learn and apply specialized scientific vocabularies, classification systems, databases, and FDA‑specific procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline, chemistry is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.

EOE including Disability/Vet

The rate of pay for this position is $18.00 per hour, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.

CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: