Computational Biologist I – Biological Imaging & Database Development

Computational Biologist I Biological Imaging & Database Development

Atlanta GA (Onsite) United States (On-site)

Position Summary:

Computational Biologist I provides specialized computational biology database development and analytical support to CDC research programs. This position is responsible for designing developing and maintaining a centralized database to store organize retrieve and visualize biological images and experimental data generated through high-content imaging and high-through put screening activities.

Compensation & Benefits:

Starting Salary Range for Computational Biologist I Biological Imaging & Database Development:$95000.00-105000.00/yr

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

Paid holidays

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 isnt just a promise its part of who we are.

Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Essential Functions Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes the following:

Design develop and maintain a centralized database for biological images experimental metadata and high-throughput screening results.

Develop scalable database architectures data models and automated workflows for image storage integration and retrieval.

Create advanced search indexing and customizable filtering capabilities to support efficient exploration of biological datasets.

Develop interactive dashboards and visualization tools that allow researchers to view compare and analyze biological images and associated experimental results.

Integrate imaging data with experimental metadata cellular measurements assay results and other scientific information.

Develop and maintain computational applications and automated processes using Python SQL R or comparable programming languages.

Implement data validation quality control and database optimization processes to ensure accuracy integrity and performance.

Support computational image analysis feature extraction and statistical evaluation of biological imaging data.

Collaborate with laboratory scientists and technical teams to define requirements enhance database functionality and support scientific research.

Prepare technical documentation and provide ongoing troubleshooting and system support.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Computational Biologist I Experience Education Skills Abilities requested:

Design develop and maintain a centralized database for biological images experimental metadata and high-throughput screening results.

Develop scalable database architectures data models and automated workflows for image storage integration and retrieval.

Create advanced search indexing and customizable filtering capabilities to support efficient exploration of biological datasets.

Develop interactive dashboards and visualization tools that allow researchers to view compare and analyze biological images and associated experimental results.

Integrate imaging data with experimental metadata cellular measurements assay results and other scientific information.

Develop and maintain computational applications and automated processes using Python SQL R or comparable programming languages.

Implement data validation quality control and database optimization processes to ensure accuracy integrity and performance.

Support computational image analysis feature extraction and statistical evaluation of biological imaging data.

Collaborate with laboratory scientists and technical teams to define requirements enhance database functionality and support scientific research.

Prepare technical documentation and provide ongoing troubleshooting and system support.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory/management authority

Basic Qualifications:

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters degree in Computational Biology Bioinformatics Computer Science Biomedical Informatics or related field preferred.

Experience developing scientific imaging databases or biological image repositories.

Experience applying advanced analytics machine learning artificial intelligence predictive modeling or computational methods to public health data.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.

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 its 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 wont and deliver where it counts. If thats the kind of work youre looking for youve found your team. Learn more at .

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