Bioinformatics Scientist with Security Clearance

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Job description

Job Number: R Bioinformatics Scientist
Key Role: C ond uct and apply health science and bioinformatics expertise to science and te chn ology client challenges. Support research and development, including genetic and genomic analysis, clinical, microbial, and viral sequencing, metagenomic analysis, pathogen analysis, and phylogenetic analysis. Leverage bioinformatics sof tware and platforms to analyze data, applying expertise in working with data scientists and sof tware engineers to solve large-scale, complex, and challenging te chn ical problems in the public sector. Develop machine learning, data mining, and statistical and graph-based algorithms designed to analyze massive data sets and ensure the proper implementation and usage of algorithms. Serve as a client interface and participate in requirements gathering and analysis, process and systems definition, data analysis, presentation of analysis to the clients, and development of algorithm driven products and solutions. Apply advanced consulting skills or extensive te chn ical expertise in developing innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction, and mentor and supervise team members. Basic Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in molecular biology, microbiology, genetics, or biochemistry, including coursework
Experience with R and designing and implementing machine learning, data mining, statistics, and graph algorithms
Experience with Linux systems and programming using languages, including Python, Perl, Java, C++, and C #
Knowledge of PCR methods and NGS te chn ologies
Ability to explain and present complex scientific concepts verbally and in writing
Ability to function independently with limited oversight
Ability to work well within a team environment and be flexible to meet evolving client needs
Ability to obtain a security clearance Master's degree in Bioinformatics or Computational Biology Additional Qualifications: Experience with microbiological detection te chn iques, advanced PCR methods, including RT-PCR, multiplexing, and qPCR, and DNA isolation and characterization
Experience with next generation sequencing, and mass spectrometry, including MALDI, ESI-Q, and HPLC
Experience publishing articles in peer-reviewed publications
Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
Doctorate degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information . Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $84,600.00 to $193,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely. If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role. EEO Commitment We're an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change - no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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