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Hourly Computer Science Bioinformatics Jobs (NOW HIRING)

PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Biology, Biochemistry, Physics, or a closely related field. * Experience: 3+ years of experience developing production bioinformatics pipelines.

PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Biology, Biochemistry, Physics, or a closely related field. * Experience: 3+ years of experience developing production bioinformatics pipelines.

Bioinformatics Scientist

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$170K - $190K/yr

PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Biology, Biochemistry, Physics, or a closely related field. * Experience: 3+ years of experience developing production bioinformatics pipelines.

Bioinformatics Scientist

Boston, MA · On-site

$170K - $190K/yr

PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Biology, Biochemistry, Physics, or a closely related field.Experience: 3+ years of experience developing production bioinformatics pipelines.

Bioinformatics Scientist

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$170K - $190K/yr

PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Biology, Biochemistry, Physics, or a closely related field.Experience: 3+ years of experience developing production bioinformatics pipelines.

Bioinformatics Scientist

Winter Park, FL · On-site

$170K - $190K/yr

PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Biology, Biochemistry, Physics, or a closely related field. * Experience: 3+ years of experience developing production bioinformatics pipelines.

Bioinformatics Scientist

Winter Park, FL · On-site

$170K - $190K/yr

PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Biology, Biochemistry, Physics, or a closely related field.Experience: 3+ years of experience developing production bioinformatics pipelines.

PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Biology, Biochemistry, Physics, or a closely related field. * Experience: 3+ years of experience developing production bioinformatics pipelines.

Bioinformatics Scientist

Boston, MA · On-site

$170K - $190K/yr

PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Biology, Biochemistry, Physics, or a closely related field.Experience: 3+ years of experience developing production bioinformatics pipelines.

Bioinformatics Scientist

Boston, MA · On-site

$170K - $190K/yr

PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Biology, Biochemistry, Physics, or a closely related field. * Experience: 3+ years of experience developing production bioinformatics pipelines.

PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Biology, Genetics, or related field, required. Skills: * Must have significant computational and biological understanding. * Must have ...

Bioinformatics Scientist II

Boston, MA · On-site

$129K - $162K/yr

Master's degree in Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science or similar discipline * 2+ years of relevant industry or academic experience * Proficiency with scripting for ...

Bioinformatics Scientist II

Boston, MA · Hybrid

$129K - $162K/yr

Master's degree in Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science or similar discipline * 2+ years of relevant industry or academic experience * Proficiency with scripting for ...

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How much do hourly computer science bioinformatics jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly computer science bioinformatics in the United States is $42.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.55 and $43.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an hourly Computer Science Bioinformatics?

An Hourly Computer Science Bioinformatics job involves applying computer science techniques to solve biological data problems, such as analyzing DNA sequences or managing large biological datasets. These roles are typically temporary or contract-based, where individuals are paid by the hour rather than salaried. Bioinformaticians in these positions may work on tasks like developing algorithms, writing code for data analysis, or supporting research projects. The flexibility of hourly work allows companies to hire experts for specific projects or periods of need.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an hourly Computer Science Bioinformatics professional?

To thrive as an Hourly Computer Science Bioinformatics professional, you need a strong background in computer science, programming (such as Python or R), and a solid understanding of biological data analysis, often supported by a degree in bioinformatics, computer science, or related fields. Familiarity with bioinformatics tools (e.g., BLAST, Bioconductor), databases, and version control systems like Git is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you interpret complex data and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. These skills and qualities are crucial for generating accurate insights from biological datasets and driving successful research outcomes.

What types of projects might I work on as an hourly Computer Science Bioinformatics professional?

As an hourly Computer Science Bioinformatics professional, you can expect to be involved in projects such as analyzing large-scale biological datasets, developing bioinformatics tools or pipelines, and supporting research teams with data processing tasks. Your work may include tasks like writing scripts to automate data analysis, maintaining databases of genetic information, or collaborating with biologists to interpret results. The variety and scope of projects will often depend on the organization's focus—whether it's genomics, proteomics, or clinical research—and you may find yourself working both independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.
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Infographic showing various Hourly Computer Science Bioinformatics job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 72% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 27% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,000 per year, or $42.8 per hour.

Data Scientist III

Dallas, TX • On-site

UT Southwestern Medical Center
Hospitals • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


UT Southwestern rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 152 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 
JOB SUMMARY
Works under broad direction to provide and oversee the analysis and development of algorithms and software for clinical and/or basic research problems. Oversees and participates in programs to impact data acquisition, management, and analysis in basic, translational, and clinical research, including clinical trials. 
This position supports advanced data science and computational research across multiple projects within the Biostatistics and Data Science Core (BDSC). The role emphasizes artificial intelligence, machine learning, natural language processing, large language models (LLMs), and other emerging computational methods applied to clinical and biomedical research. Experience working with complex health care data, high dimensional bioinformatics data, and multimodal omics data, as well as developing reproducible analytic or AI based solutions, is highly desirable.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

  • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
  • Paid Time Off, available day one
  • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
  • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
  • Wellness programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
  • Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!


EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required

  • Education
    PhD In Computer Science, Bioinformatics, (Bio)mathematics, (Bio)statistics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field or 
    Master's Degree M.S. in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, (Bio)mathematics, (Bio)statistics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field or 
    Bachelor's Degree B.S. with demonstrated experience in broadly defined areas of bioinformatics 
     
  • Experience
    2 years of post-graduation experience in data analysis and/or scientific software development with PhD 
    4 years of post-graduation experience in data analysis and/or scientific software development with Master's degree 
    6 years of post-graduation experience in data analysis and/or scientific software development with Bachelor's degree 
     


JOB DUTIES

  • Analyzes and develops formalisms, algorithms and software for applications in biomedical research.
  • Develops and maintains software tools and infrastructure for resolving specific problems.
  • Oversees the development, testing and revision of programs in a team with diverse bioinformatics expertise.
  • Trains users and other personnel in analyzing, defining and resolving computational problems.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
 


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