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As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote bioinformatics faculty in the United States is $94,474.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,500.00 and $129,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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What are some common challenges faced by remote bioinformatics faculty, and how can they be addressed?
Remote bioinformatics faculty often face challenges such as maintaining effective communication with students and colleagues, managing time zones, and ensuring access to computational resources. To address these, leveraging collaborative platforms (like Slack or Zoom) and cloud-based bioinformatics tools can help facilitate seamless interaction and resource sharing. Regular virtual office hours, clear communication channels, and well-structured online materials also support student engagement and learning. Staying proactive in professional development and networking remotely can further help mitigate the isolation sometimes associated with remote roles.
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Remote Bioinformatics Faculty are educators and researchers who teach bioinformatics courses and conduct research while working remotely, often for colleges or universities. They design and deliver online lectures, mentor students, and contribute to curriculum development in bioinformatics—a field that combines biology, computer science, and statistics. These faculty members may also be involved in collaborative research projects, grant writing, and publishing scholarly articles, all while leveraging digital technologies to connect with students and colleagues globally. Remote positions allow for flexible work arrangements and can attract professionals from diverse locations.
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
- CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
- CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
- If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.
This position is funded for 3 year(s); continuation past 3 year(s) will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.POSITION SPECIFICS
TheU.S. National Science Foundation National Synthesis Center for Emergence in the Molecular and Cellular Sciences (NCEMS)and theInstitute for Computational and Data Sciences(ICDS)at Penn State seeks an outstanding scientist to fill a Bioinformatics Staff Scientist (Research Data Scientist - Intermediate Professional or Advanced Professional level) position dedicated to advancing the collaborative research of the Center'sWorking Groups.
NCEMS is an interdisciplinary research Center positioned at the interface of data science with molecular and cellular biology. The Center provides leadership in the integration of diverse, publicly available datasets, enabling cross-disciplinary teams of scientists to synthesize knowledge and pursue fundamental questions at the forefront of the life sciences.
About the Position: Bioinformatics Staff Scientists play a supporting role in enabling the research efforts of multidisciplinary scientific teams supported by NCEMS, typically contributing to 2-3 projects simultaneously.
Work Arrangement: This position has the potential to be a hybrid of remote and on-site work, with a minimum requirement of 3 days per week on-site at the Penn State University Park campus. This position does notpermitfully remote work.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with NCEMS Working Groups to design and implement computational methods for integrating, analyzing, and visualizing complex molecular and cellular biology data
Lead data wrangling, harmonization, standardization, and quality control of existing biological datasets, with emphasis on next-generation sequencing data.
Develop and apply end-to-end data processing workflows from raw data across modern experimental modalities (including, for example, RNA-seq,scRNA-seq,ChIP-seq, DNA-seq, ATAC-seq, and Hi-C).
Advise on the selection, development, and application of bioinformatics tools and pipelines (e.g., alignment, expression analysis, variant calling) using open and reproducible science best practices.
Support the publication of intermediate data products, code, and documentation.
Stayup-to-datewith the latest advancements in bioinformatics, computational biology, and available biological datasets.
Education and Experience:
M.S. or PhD in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, or a related fieldis preferred.
Strongproficiencyin Python and/or R for data analysis, scripting, and statistical modeling.
Demonstrated experience processing raw next-generation sequencing data and developing end-to-end, reproducible analysis workflows.
Experience working with complex molecular and cellular datasets, such as genomic, transcriptomic, epigenomic, proteomic, metabolomic/lipidomic, and single-cell or multi-omics data.
Solid understanding of genetic principles, molecular biology techniques, and genomic databases.
Experience developing new bioinformatics tools as dictated by research needs.
Publications in peer-reviewed journalsdemonstratingcontributions to the field.
Experience supporting/contributing to multi-PI projects.
Candidates must alsodemonstratea commitment to ethical conduct and research integrity, strong work ethic, strong interpersonal and written communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment.
Application materials: Required documents include the following:
A current Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
A cover letter detailing the candidate's interest in the role
Benefits:
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. For more detailed information, please visitourBenefits Page.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
If filled as Research Data Scientist - Intermediate Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None If filled as Research Data Scientist - Advanced Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: NoneBACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $61,800.00 - $115,100.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
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Pennsylvania State University, often referred to as Penn State, is a major, public, research-intensive university located in University Park, PA, US. This esteemed institution serves as an important player within the education industry, offering a plethora of academic programs across various disciplines. The university was founded in 1855 with the mission to provide quality education, advanced research, and service to society. Penn State holds firmly to values of integrity, respect, and excellence, fostering a diverse and inclusive community. The university is renowned for its research productivity and its high-ranking programs in areas like engineering, business, and education. One notable achievement of the institution is its designation as a "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity," demonstrating its commitment to scholarship and discovery.
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11 - 50 Employees
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University Park, PA, US
Year founded
1855