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Booz Allen Hamilton

Bioinformaticist

Reston, VA · On-site

$99K - $225K/yr

Experience in bioinformatics, data engineering, or biological data pipeline development ... as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Bioinformaticist

Washington, DC · On-site

$99K - $225K/yr

Experience in bioinformatics, data engineering, or biological data pipeline development ... as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Bioinformaticist

Mclean, VA · On-site

$99K - $225K/yr

Experience in bioinformatics, data engineering, or biological data pipeline development ... as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Bioinformaticist

Reston, VA

$99K - $225K/yr

Experience in bioinformatics, data engineering, or biological data pipeline development ... as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected ...

Goldbelt Apex

Bioinformatician

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Overview Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract ... Develop bioinformatics pipelines using parallel programming capabilities through workflow tools ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Bioinformatician

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Overview Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract ... Develop bioinformatics pipelines using parallel programming capabilities through workflow tools ...

Goldbelt Apex

Bioinformatician

Atlanta, GA

Overview Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract ... Develop bioinformatics pipelines using parallel programming capabilities through workflow tools ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Bioinformatician

Atlanta, GA

Overview Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract ... Develop bioinformatics pipelines using parallel programming capabilities through workflow tools ...

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How much do contract bioinformatics engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract bioinformatics engineer in the United States is $131,053.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $96,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Contract Bioinformatics Engineers?

Contract Bioinformatics Engineers are professionals who work on a temporary or project basis to analyze biological data using computational tools. They often collaborate with researchers and institutions in fields like genomics, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. Their work involves writing code, processing large datasets, and developing algorithms to interpret complex biological information. By working on a contract basis, they provide specialized expertise for specific projects without being permanent employees.

What are the common challenges faced by Contract Bioinformatics Engineers, and how can they be addressed?

Contract Bioinformatics Engineers often face challenges related to rapidly onboarding to new projects, adapting to diverse data pipelines, and working with teams that may use different workflows or tools. To address these challenges, it's important to maintain strong communication with project leads, quickly familiarize yourself with the organization’s data standards, and leverage your experience with a variety of bioinformatics tools and programming languages. Flexibility and the ability to document your work thoroughly will also help ensure smooth collaboration and successful project delivery.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Bioinformatics Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Bioinformatics Engineer, you typically need expertise in computational biology, programming (such as Python or R), and a background in life sciences or related fields. Familiarity with bioinformatics tools, next-generation sequencing (NGS) platforms, version control systems, and data analysis software is commonly required. Strong problem-solving abilities, clear communication, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and meeting project deadlines. These skills ensure efficient data interpretation, accurate results, and successful project delivery in a dynamic, contract-based environment.
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Infographic showing various Contract Bioinformatics Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 34% As Needed, 33% Full Time, and 33% Temporary. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $131,053 per year, or $63 per hour.

Biological Data Computation Support Specialist

Goldbelt Apex

Fort Detrick, MD

$70K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Overview

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT experts, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices. 

Summary:

The Biological Data Computation Support specialist develops, maintains, and executes computational workflows to process and analyze complex datasets generated in biological research studies on threat agents. Provides bioinformatics and data science support for molecular biology and systems biology research involving genomic, proteomic, and metabolomic data.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

  • Support development of analysis pipelines for NGS and proteomics.
  • Perform statistical analysis and data visualization.
  • Maintain data integrity and security across platforms.
  • Assist in data interpretation and result reporting.
  • Document code, workflows, and SOPs.
  • Provides computational and analytical tool development services, comprising the ability to construct high-throughput analysis pipelines for omics data and integrates with in-house databases.
  • Performs work with scripting languages (Perl, Pyton, R, etc.), manages large -omics data sets, works with databases (Oracle, MySQL, etc.) and transport data between systems.
  • Assists in running analytical workflows for standard -omics data sets.
  • Assist in developing analytical pipelines code, open-source tools installations and maintenance.
  • Maintains laboratory records documenting sample processing log and data entry for Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
  • Reviews Standard Operating Procedures and workflows in accordance with applicable policies.
Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

  • Programming skills in R, Python, or Perl.
  • Familiarity with databases (SQL/MySQL).
  • Ability to communicate scientific results effectively.
  • Has basic knowledge of bioinformatics programming design, modification and implementation, open-source application and data security concepts and methods, and an understanding of relational databases and operating systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in bioinformatics, statistics, or a biological science.
  • Minimum 2+ years in bioinformatics, biostatistics, or data science.
  • Experience with Linux environments and open-source bioinformatics tools.
  • Has background in bioinformatics and adept in -omics data management.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance eligibility, with no access to classified information, is required.
  • Enroll in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), if required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • ACTIVE SECRET is preferred
  • Master's degree preferred.

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $75,000 annually.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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