Computational Biologist I – Biological Imaging & Database Development

Computational Biologist I – Biological Imaging & Database Development

Atlanta, GA (Onsite), United States (On-site)

Position Summary:

Computational Biologist I provides specialized computational biology, database development, and analytical support to CDC research programs. This position is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining a centralized database to store, organize, retrieve, and visualize biological images and experimental data generated through high-content imaging and high-through put screening activities.

Compensation & Benefits:

Starting Salary Range for Computational Biologist I – Biological Imaging & Database Development: $95,000.00-105,000.00/yr

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include:

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security

• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage

• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Paid holidays

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options

• Professional development, training, and certification support

• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are.

Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes the following:

• Design, develop, and maintain a centralized database for biological images, experimental metadata, and high-throughput screening results.

• Develop scalable database architectures, data models, and automated workflows for image storage, integration, and retrieval.

• Create advanced search, indexing, and customizable filtering capabilities to support efficient exploration of biological datasets.

• Develop interactive dashboards and visualization tools that allow researchers to view, compare, and analyze biological images and associated experimental results.

• Integrate imaging data with experimental metadata, cellular measurements, assay results, and other scientific information.

• Develop and maintain computational applications and automated processes using Python, SQL, R, or comparable programming languages.

• Implement data validation, quality control, and database optimization processes to ensure accuracy, integrity, and performance.

• Support computational image analysis, feature extraction, and statistical evaluation of biological imaging data.

• Collaborate with laboratory scientists and technical teams to define requirements, enhance database functionality, and support scientific research.

• Prepare technical documentation and provide ongoing troubleshooting and system support.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Computational Biologist I Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Design, develop, and maintain a centralized database for biological images, experimental metadata, and high-throughput screening results.

• Develop scalable database architectures, data models, and automated workflows for image storage, integration, and retrieval.

• Create advanced search, indexing, and customizable filtering capabilities to support efficient exploration of biological datasets.

• Develop interactive dashboards and visualization tools that allow researchers to view, compare, and analyze biological images and associated experimental results.

• Integrate imaging data with experimental metadata, cellular measurements, assay results, and other scientific information.

• Develop and maintain computational applications and automated processes using Python, SQL, R, or comparable programming languages.

• Implement data validation, quality control, and database optimization processes to ensure accuracy, integrity, and performance.

• Support computational image analysis, feature extraction, and statistical evaluation of biological imaging data.

• Collaborate with laboratory scientists and technical teams to define requirements, enhance database functionality, and support scientific research.

• Prepare technical documentation and provide ongoing troubleshooting and system support.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory/management authority

Basic Qualifications:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.

• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Biomedical Informatics or related field preferred.

• Experience developing scientific imaging databases or biological image repositories.

• Experience applying advanced analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, predictive modeling, or computational methods to public health data.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.