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Bioinformatics Software Engineer

Portland, OR · Remote

$80 - $110/hr

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micro1 AI

Bioinformatics Software Engineer

Vancouver, WA · Remote

$80 - $110/hr

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Bioinformatics Software Engineer

Gresham, OR · Remote

$80 - $110/hr

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micro1 AI

Bioinformatics Software Engineer

Hillsboro, OR · Remote

$80 - $110/hr

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How much do computational biologist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for computational biologist in Portland, OR is $99,675.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,800.00 and $124,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a computational biologist?

A computational biologist is a skilled scientist who uses complex computer algorithms to research and analyze biological systems. This highly specialized job entails using computers and advanced data analytics software to research biological topics such as genetic sequencing, cellular growth numbers, and protein sampling. As a computational biologist, your duties are to code computer algorithms and perform bioinformatics research in the lab. You may also work with students by using the data from their bioinformatics research.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a computational biologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Computational Biologist, you need a strong background in biology, mathematics, statistics, and computer science, often supported by an advanced degree in a relevant field. Proficiency with programming languages (such as Python or R), bioinformatics tools, and data analysis platforms is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These skills are critical for analyzing complex biological data, interpreting results, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to advance scientific research.

What are some common interdisciplinary collaborations for a computational biologist, and how do these impact daily work?

Computational Biologists frequently collaborate with laboratory scientists, statisticians, and software engineers to analyze complex biological data. These interdisciplinary interactions mean that communication skills are essential, as you’ll often translate computational findings into actionable insights for experimental teams. Daily responsibilities may include attending joint meetings, discussing data analysis strategies, and integrating feedback from collaborators to refine models. This collaborative environment fosters both scientific discovery and personal growth, offering exposure to diverse perspectives and expertise.
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Infographic showing various Computational Biologist job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,675 per year, or $47.9 per hour.

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Portland, OR • On-site

Oregon Health & Science University
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$41.59 - $69.32/hr

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Department Overview
The primary mission of the Division of Oncological Sciences at OHSU's Knight Cancer Institute is to better understand cancer through basic, translational and population-based research that improves cancer prevention, detection and treatments for all. Our community of faculty, trainees and staff brings together scientists from a broad range of disciplines and works collaboratively to advance innovation and translate discoveries from the lab into meaningful impacts for cancer patients and our community.. Knight affiliates subscribe to three guiding principles: we are bold, we are supportive, and we work as a connected team in our fight to end cancer as we know it. We'd love for you to join us!
Every Knight Cancer employee is expected to embody our guiding principles:
  • We act BOLDLY-Breakthroughs require pushing the boundaries of science, exploring new frontiers, and thinking differently
  • We SUPPORT each other-Respect leads to trust, which leads to excellence
  • We work as a CONNECTED team-We must leverage our collective brain power to conquer cancer because no one individual can do it alone

Function/Duties of Position
An exciting opportunity has been created for a Computational Biologist, Level 1 to join the Anupriya Agarwal Laboratory at the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute, Portland, OR to study the mechanisms of leukemia initiation and drug resistance using single-cell multi-omics approaches.
Dr. Agarwal and her team for over past 20 years focusing on identifying novel signaling pathways that are requisite for leukemia initiation, clonal evolution, and drug resistance. The new team member will help lead the project focused on understanding the mechanisms of leukemia initiation and drug resistance in a context dependent manner. Applicants will need to possess strong technical and organizational skills as well as the ability to manage an independent project.
The position is in an interdisciplinary, collaborative, and highly translational environment in the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute. As a Computational Biologist, Level 1, you will be focusing on advancing early cancer detection and drug resistance. The work will concentrate on the discovery of new therapeutic targets in leukemia using single cell approaches. You will work with mentors who have experience in both biology and computational analysis aspects. You will support Agarwal Lab research by data preparation, analysis, and presentation. You would be assigned your own project(s). You will have a detailed knowledge of all aspects of data analysis, and you will be comfortable working both individually and in highly collaborative teams. You will possess good organizational and interpersonal skills.
Required Qualifications
  • Master's Degree in Computational Biology or related field OR Bachelor's Degree in Computational Biology or related field AND 3 years of relevant experience
  • Experience with analysis of 'omic data (genomic, transcriptomic, proteomic etc.), particularly for target or biomarker discovery
  • Experience in implementing statistical methods as appropriate for dataset treatment (e.g. quality inspection, normalization, differential feature detection, etc.)
  • Experience in developing pipelines to support analytics as described to additionally facilitate improved data management, and to generate complete workflows that are reproducible and scalable
  • High-level competency in an appropriate programming language (R or Python ideally)
  • An understanding of a variety of sophisticated statistical methods for data treatment
  • Usage of structured engineering methods for specifying, designing, and implementing systems and pipelines in high performance computing environments
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks at one time

Preferred Qualifications
  • Relevant coursework
  • Single-cell analysis
  • PhD's Degree in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics or related field
  • Experience with or knowledge regarding proteomics data (e.g. from mass spectrometry) would be a bonus but is NOT required and should not be a deterrence from applying
  • Experience with machine learning a bonus but not required
  • A passion for open-access innovation

Additional Details
Apply online. Please be sure to upload a Cover Letter and Resume/CV.
We offer a variety of benefits on top of joining a thriving organization:
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage at no or low cost to employees
    • Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents
  • Several retirement plans to choose from with contributions from OHSU
  • 208 hours of PTO per year
  • 8 days of sick time off
  • 9 paid holidays per year
  • Commuter subsidies
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Access to group life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental benefits
  • Annual Merit Increase
  • Growth/Development Opportunities
  • Employee discounts to local and major businesses

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Why apply to OHSU?
We are Oregon's only public academic health center.
In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
All are welcome.
OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.
To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu
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Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) is a distinguished institution under the industry of higher education and healthcare, specifically in the field of medical science. Based in Portland, Oregon, US, it maintains a reputation for promoting research, teaching, patient care, and outreach. Established in 1887, OHSU has continually sought to redefine the parameters of healthcare delivery and biomedical discovery through its expansive catalog of programs and initiatives. A galvanizing mission drives OHSU: to improve the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence, innovation, and leadership in health care, education, and research.

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