Molecular Bioinformatics Scientist, Virology

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.

Compensation & Benefits:

Starting Salary Range for Bioinformatics Support II:$110000 $125000

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:

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.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory/management authority

Basic Qualifications:

Masters 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.

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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