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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Bioinformatics Analysts/Engineers - **Company:** Propertyvalue Parsons Services - **Location:** Frederick, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $88,400.0 - $154,700.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Programming, Databases, Perl (Programming Language), R (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Software Tools, Software Engineering, High Performance Computing, Information Technology, Statistics Packages, Software Version Control - **Published:** September 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/7674a503-2c24-4a8a-8f45-e1406b461b45 ## About the Role * Master's degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science combined with biology or bioinformatics experience, or a closely related field. * At least five years of hands-on bioinformatics experience. * Demonstrable applied experience in computer science, genomics, bioinformatics, and computational biology. * Programming skills using languages and statistical tools such as Java, Perl, Python, and R. * Familiarity with relevant NGS platforms, including Illumina, PacBio, and ONT technologies. * Familiarity with microarray and/or single-cell sequencing technologies. * Strong written and verbal communication, independent thinking, and problem-solving skills. * Ability to perform under deadlines and in potentially austere environments. * Ability to provide occasional after-hours support based on assigned mission requirements. * Availability for national and international travel of up to two to four weeks. * U.S. citizenship due to federal contract requirements. * Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance and required Government access. What Desired Skills You'll Bring * Experience with pathogen genomics, metagenomics, biosurveillance, or emerging infectious diseases. * Experience with reproducible workflows, containers, version control, cloud, or high-performance computing. * Experience with genome assembly, annotation, phylogenetics, or molecular epidemiology. * Experience with wastewater or environmental surveillance. * Experience with fieldable or disconnected bioinformatics systems. * Experience supporting DoD or international partner laboratories. * Experience creating technical documentation or delivering training. * An active Secret security clearance. ## Description Parsons is seeking Bioinformatics Analysts/Engineers to support infectious-disease genomics, biosurveillance, automated pipeline development, and fieldable bioinformatics at NMRC BDRD. These positions will combine genomic-data analysis with software-development and analytical-support responsibilities. Selected candidates will analyze data from a variety of sequencing technologies and sample types, improve automated workflows, support partner laboratories, and help deliver timely analytical results for biodefense and force health protection. What You'll Be Doing * Process and analyze NGS data from bacterial, viral, bacteriophage, clinical, environmental, wastewater, vector, and animal samples. * Develop, test, maintain, and document bioinformatics pipelines. * Perform sequence-quality control, genome assembly, annotation, and taxonomic analysis. * Conduct phylogenetic, molecular epidemiological, and comparative-genomics analyses. * Support pathogen discovery and detection of known and novel organisms. * Benchmark analytical workflows and document performance results. * Develop or improve scripts, software tools, databases, and fieldable analytical methods. * Prepare scientific data and metadata for secure delivery or approved database submission. * Support AI/ML analyses and model testing when assigned. * Troubleshoot data, pipeline, and software issues. * Develop technical documentation, user guides, and training materials. * Support field demonstrations, partner training, and scheduled reach-back assistance. * Collaborate with laboratory scientists, software engineers, and CONUS or OCONUS partners. ## Related Videos - [Geometric deep learning for drug discovery](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/264-geometric-deep-learning-for-drug-discovery) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Forecasting Cyber Attacks with Glassdoor Reviews - Lianne Potter](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2143-forecasting-cyber-attacks-with-glassdoor-reviews-lianne-potter) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)