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Bioinformatics Scientists

  • Bright Outlook
  • Rapid Growth

Conduct research using bioinformatics theory and methods in areas such as pharmaceuticals, medical technology, biotechnology, computational biology, proteomics, computer information science, biology and medical informatics. May design databases and develop algorithms for processing and analyzing genomic information, or other biological information.

What you’d do

  • Consult with researchers to analyze problems, recommend technology-based solutions, or determine computational strategies.
  • Provide statistical and computational tools for biologically based activities, such as genetic analysis, measurement of gene expression, or gene function determination.
  • Analyze large molecular datasets, such as raw microarray data, genomic sequence data, or proteomics data, for clinical or basic research purposes.
  • Create novel computational approaches and analytical tools as required by research goals.
  • Compile data for use in activities, such as gene expression profiling, genome annotation, or structural bioinformatics.
  • Communicate research results through conference presentations, scientific publications, or project reports.
  • Test new and updated bioinformatics tools and software.
  • Design and apply bioinformatics algorithms including unsupervised and supervised machine learning, dynamic programming, or graphic algorithms.

Skills that matter

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Listening
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Science
  • Speaking

How to get there

Extensive preparation: most need graduate school, such as a master's degree or higher

Also called

  • Bioinformaticist
  • Computational Biology Scientist
  • Research Associate
  • Research Scientist
  • Bioinformatics Programmer
  • Bioinformatics Research Associate

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