Bioinformatics Scientist

Job Family:

Scientist

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

We are seeking a Bioinformatics Scientist to support the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) through analysis of short-and long-read sequencing data, including bulk and single-cell transcriptomic workflows. The ideal candidate has a relevant scientific or technical background, proficiency in Python and R, and experience with command line environments, high-performance computing resources, and messenger ribonucleic acid (RNA) sequencing data. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.

• Perform computational analysis of deep sequencing data, including short-read and long-read platforms.
• Conduct transcriptomic data analyses including alignment, abundance estimation, differential gene expression, and gene ontology/pathway analysis from bulk and single-cell workflows.
• Maintain proper and detailed documentation of analyses performed and report results at laboratory meetings.
• Provide programming and troubleshooting support to the Federal Government in the dissemination of research data.
• Perform computational analyses on research datasets.
• Collaborate with scientists to design, analyze, manage, and interpret data.
• Recommend appropriate computational tools for testing scientific hypotheses and drawing valid conclusions.
• Record observations and present findings at weekly laboratory meetings.
• Attend scientific and programming meetings; take detailed notes and compile organized reports.
• Maintain organized laboratory notebooks or databases to record computational results.
• Provide statistical support and analysis on research data.
• Write complex queries across multiple databases.
• Contribute to scientific manuscripts and publications.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of ONE (1) years of bioinformatics, computational biology, or related experience.
• Proficiency in Python and R programming languages.
• Experience working in command line environments (Unix/Linux).
• Experience utilizing high-performance computing (HPC) resources.
• Experience analyzing messenger RNA sequencing (mRNA-seq) data.
• Strong analytical, data management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary scientific teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience working with single-cell sequencing data and advanced transcriptomics workflows.
• Experience contributing to scientific publications or manuscripts.
• Familiarity with federal research environments such as NIH or similar institutions.
• Knowledge of database management and advanced query development.
• Exposure to additional bioinformatics tools and pipelines beyond Python and R.

The annual salary range for this position is $65,000.00-$108,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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