Molecular Bioinformatics Scientist, Virology

Cherokee Federal; Atlanta (GA); Ibrido; USD 110.000 - 125.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FSAs and HSAs

Professional development

Voluntary benefits

Descrizione del lavoro

Molecular Bioinformatics Scientist, Virology at Cherokee Federal in Atlanta, GA, hybrid role bridging lab science and computational analysis to support CDC genomic surveillance programs.

Requires Master’s/PhD in Bioinformatics or Microbiology; experience with sequencing workflows and environmental wastewater datasets; strong communication skills; US citizen; comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Competenze

• Master’s or PhD in Bioinformatics, Microbiology, or related field.
• Experience with sequencing workflows and molecular data.
• Familiarity with environmental or wastewater datasets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Mansioni

• Interpret sequencing and molecular data (PCR, dPCR, metagenomics).
• Provide biological context to genomic surveillance outputs.
• Identify variants, mutations, and signals of public health relevance.
• Familiarity with sequencing outputs (variant calls, lineage assignments, coverage metrics).
• Translate lab outputs into actionable insights; collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to reports, briefings, and technical documentation.
• Support pilot studies and surveillance enhancements.

Conoscenze

Sequencing data analysis

Biological interpretation

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Formazione

Master’s or PhD in Bioinformatics, Microbiology, or related field

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Molecular Bioinformatics Scientist, Virology

Atlanta, GA, United States (Hybrid)

Job Description

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

Position Summary:

The Bioinformatics Support II role provides advanced scientific and analytical support to CDC genomic surveillance programs. This position serves as a bridge between laboratory science and computational analysis, supporting interpretation of sequencing and molecular data to inform public health decision-making.

Starting Salary Range for Bioinformatics Support II:$110,000 – $125,000

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include:

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Professional development, training, and certification support
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are.

Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes the following:

• Interpret sequencing and molecular data (PCR, dPCR, metagenomics)
• Provide biological context to genomic surveillance outputs
• Identify variants, mutations, and signals of public health relevance
• Familiarity with sequencing outputs (e.g., variant calls, lineage assignments, coverage metrics)

Support coordination with external labs and partners:

• Translate lab outputs into actionable insights
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in public health or research environments
• Contribute to reports, briefings, and technical documentation
• Support pilot studies and surveillance enhancements
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s or PhD in Bioinformatics, Microbiology, or related field

Experience with sequencing workflows and molecular data:

• Familiarity with environmental or wastewater datasets

Excellent written and verbal communication skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information:

Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Nation Integrated Health, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Job Info

• Job Category Life, Physical and Social Science
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Atlanta, GA, United States (Hybrid)