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How much do remote bioinformatics jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote bioinformatics in Virginia is $93,664.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,900.00 and $128,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote Bioinformatics job?

A Remote Bioinformatics job involves analyzing biological data using computational tools and techniques while working from a location outside of a traditional office, such as from home. Professionals in this field work with large datasets, develop algorithms, and create software to interpret genetic, genomic, or proteomic information. These roles are commonly found in research institutions, biotech companies, and healthcare organizations. Strong programming, data analysis, and biological domain knowledge are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Remote Bioinformatics position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Bioinformatics professional, you should have a strong background in computational biology, statistics, and programming (often with languages such as Python or R), supported by an advanced degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with bioinformatics tools (e.g., BLAST, GATK, Bioconductor), version control systems like Git, and experience with cloud-based computing platforms is highly valued. Excellent problem-solving abilities, clear written communication, and independent time management skills help you excel in remote and collaborative environments. These competencies are crucial for delivering accurate and timely insights from complex biological datasets while effectively working with geographically dispersed teams.

What are some typical challenges faced when working remotely in a bioinformatics role?

Working remotely in bioinformatics often means managing large datasets and complex analyses without immediate in-person support, which requires strong troubleshooting abilities and self-sufficiency. Collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams—such as biologists, clinicians, and data scientists—demands proactive communication and regular virtual meetings to ensure project alignment. Time zone differences and asynchronous workflows can also present coordination challenges, but they offer flexibility in managing your workload. Keeping up with the latest bioinformatics tools and research is essential and often involves continuous self-directed learning. With these factors in mind, remote bioinformatics roles can be both rewarding and flexible for those skilled at independent work and digital collaboration.
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Infographic showing various Remote Bioinformatics job openings in Virginia as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 17% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,664 per year, or $45 per hour.
Director, Bioinformatics

Director, Bioinformatics

Battelle Memorial Institute

Arlington, VA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Battelle Memorial Institute rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

61st of 103 rated laboratories


Job description

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Summary
Battelle is seeking a Director, Bioinformatics within our Health Research and Analytics Business Line. The position location can be remote with preference for Crystal City, VA or Columbus, OH on a hybrid schedule. Periodic travel to Columbus, OH and the Washington, DC area is required.
As a Director, Bioinformatics, you are responsible for leading and growing the Division's work in Bioinformatics and related sciences including, but not limited to biomedical, computational toxicology, computational biology, and Artificial Intelligence. This role serves as the lead for capturing, winning, and executing contracts totaling $50M+, where you could be proposed as a Principal Investigator (PI) or Project Manager (PM). You are also a key staff for coaching and mentoring team members on shaping, structural, organizational, and partnership requirements to win $50M+, and $100M+ awards.
Responsibilities
  • Recognized expertise in program leadership of Bioinformatics with AI integration experience.
  • Proven track record in successfully capturing $20M+ opportunities for federal contracts AND developing the teams and processes to grow capture excellence.
  • Expertise in managing a portfolio of programs totaling $50M+ according to federal requirements and at "exceptional" levels of program execution.
  • Knowledge of federal market and competitive landscape across both DoD and civilian health agencies
  • Proven ability to take complex technical and scientific concepts and turn them into clear and concise verbal and written forms.
  • Demonstrated understanding of capture processes to win new business including: the gate review process; developing a capture strategy; planning capture milestones, managing a capture team, ensuring the capture is executed on schedule and budget, identifying and bringing on partners and teammates, and identifying/mitigating risks to the capture.
  • For proposal efforts, ensure timely development and delivery of compliant, responsive, innovative and integrated technical solutions and management approaches that are competitive and cost effective.
  • Passion and drive to constantly need to improve your skill set
  • Excellent communication skills both oral and written and with all levels of management
  • Ability to speak to customers at varying levels of technical knowledge and explain mission value of products and services
  • Ability to work individually and in small fast-paced team environments

Key Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree bioinformatics or Technical field; at least 12 years of experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in business development, program management or technical management; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field.
  • Strong knowledge of health and biomedical analytics concepts, technologies, and use cases, specifically utilizing new or cutting-edge approaches to the use of artificial intelligence for predictive and advanced analytics
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's Degree or higher, preferably in Bioinformatics or similar professional experience.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
  • Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
  • Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs .
  • Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
  • Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
  • Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
  • Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
  • Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
  • Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
  • Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
  • Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
  • Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
  • Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols
Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).
Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.
For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers

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