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From Home Bioinformatics Software Engineer Jobs in Iowa, IA

micro1 AI

Bioinformatics Software Engineer

Des Moines, IA · Remote

$80 - $110/hr

Analyze and interpret small-molecule and drug discovery datasets using advanced computational biology, bioinformatics, and cheminformatics methods. * Curate, annotate, and validate chemical and ...

SHAZAM

Software Engineer

Johnston, IA · On-site

$85K - $125K/yr

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the development, maintenance and improvement of software applications with minimal guidance from more experienced engineers. This ...

SHAZAM

Software Engineer

Johnston, IA · On-site

$85K - $125K/yr

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the development, maintenance and improvement of software applications with minimal guidance from more experienced engineers. This ...

3B Staffing LLC

Software Engineer

Des Moines, IA · On-site

... from scratch) • Collaborate closely with offshore teams, including India-based teams (early ... software engineering experience supporting enterprise platforms with Python, DevOps and ...

Posted today

3B Staffing LLC

Software Engineer

Des Moines, IA · On-site

... from scratch) • Collaborate closely with offshore teams, including India-based teams (early ... software engineering experience supporting enterprise platforms with Python, DevOps and ...

Posted today

Sunrise Systems, Inc.

Software Engineer

Urbandale, IA · On-site

Software Engineer Job ID: 26-03780 Location: Urbandale, IA, 50322 Duration: 14 Months on W2 ... from IBM Weather Company API) * Work closely with the product management team and end users to ...

3B Staffing LLC

Sr. Software Engineer

Carlisle, IA · Hybrid

$119K - $157K/yr

Sr. Software Engineer: Project Overview / Day-to-Day Responsibilities * Full-cycle recruiting ... Partner with hiring leaders throughout the recruiting lifecycle, from intake to offer. * Conduct ...

Posted today

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How much do from home bioinformatics software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for from home bioinformatics software engineer in Iowa, IA is $123,094.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,200.00 and $147,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between From Home Bioinformatics Software Engineer vs From Home Data Scientist?

AspectFrom Home Bioinformatics Software EngineerFrom Home Data Scientist
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related fields; programming skills in Python, R, JavaBachelor's or Master's in Data Science, Statistics, or related fields; proficiency in Python, R, SQL
Work EnvironmentRemote, often collaborating with research labs, biotech firms, or healthcare companiesRemote, working with tech companies, finance, or healthcare organizations
Industry UsagePrimarily in biotech, healthcare, and research institutionsAcross tech, finance, healthcare, and consulting sectors

Both roles often require strong programming skills and a background in data analysis. The main difference lies in their focus: Bioinformatics Software Engineers specialize in biological data and research applications, while Data Scientists work across various industries analyzing diverse data sets. Both roles are increasingly remote and collaborative, making them suitable for from-home work environments.

What cities near Iowa, IA are hiring for From Home Bioinformatics Software Engineer jobs? Cities near Iowa, IA with the most From Home Bioinformatics Software Engineer job openings:
From Home Bioinformatics Software Engineer jobs near you
Infographic showing various From Home Bioinformatics Software Engineer job openings in Iowa, IA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,094 per year, or $59.2 per hour.

Bioinformatics Software Engineer

micro1 AI

Cedar Rapids, IA • Remote

$80 - $110/hr

Part-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Role Title: Computational Biology & Cheminformatics Expert


Role Type: Contractor


Location: Remote


micro1 is engaging Computational Biology & Cheminformatics Experts to contribute their expertise to a customer’s computational drug discovery project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.


Scope of Work

  1. Analyze and interpret small-molecule and drug discovery datasets using advanced computational biology, bioinformatics, and cheminformatics methods.
  2. Curate, annotate, and validate chemical and biological datasets (e.g., ChEMBL, PubChem, DrugBank) to support AI-driven discovery platforms.
  3. Evaluate compound-target interactions, ADMET properties, and lead optimization strategies by integrating chemical, biological, and clinical data sources.
  4. Provide expert insights on structure-activity and structure-property relationships (SAR/SPR), medicinal chemistry approaches, and experimental design considerations.
  5. Build and implement code-based benchmark tasks (e.g., terminal/CLI-based environments) that reflect realistic computational drug discovery scenarios.
  6. Develop reproducible environments (e.g., using Docker) and automated testing pipelines to ensure task correctness and solvability.
  7. Assess and review AI-generated outputs for scientific rigor, accuracy, and practical relevance, delivering detailed written feedback and recommendations.


Preferred Qualifications

  1. Advanced expertise in Computational Biology, Cheminformatics, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related fields; advanced degree (PhD, MSc, PharmD) highly valued but not strictly required.
  2. Strong coding proficiency in Python (beyond analysis scripts), with hands-on experience building tools, pipelines, or testable code; familiarity with Git, GitHub, and Docker.
  3. Extensive experience with cheminformatics toolkits and platforms such as RDKit, KNIME, Schrödinger, OpenEye, or MOE.
  4. Proven track record in small-molecule drug discovery, SAR/QSAR evaluation, ADMET prediction, or virtual screening workflows.
  5. Comfort working with public chemical and bioactivity databases and integrating diverse datasets for scientific analysis.
  6. Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate complex chemical and biological concepts in written feedback and reports.
  7. Experience participating in multidisciplinary and/or remote projects; familiarity with AI-assisted coding tools is a plus.

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