Computational Biologist I – Biological Imaging & Database Development

Cherokee Federal•Atlanta, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Computational Biologist I provides specialized computational biology, database development, and analytical support to CDC research programs. The role designs, develops, and maintains a centralized database for storing, organizing, retrieving, and visualizing biological images and experimental data generated through high-content imaging and high-throughput screening activities. The position develops scalable database architectures, data models, automated workflows, search and filtering features, dashboards, and visualization tools. It integrates imaging data with metadata and other scientific information, supports computational image analysis and statistical evaluation, and maintains computational applications and automated processes. The role also collaborates with laboratory scientists and technical teams, documents systems, and provides troubleshooting and support. Work is performed onsite in Atlanta, Georgia, primarily in a climate-controlled environment. The position has no supervisory or management authority.

Requirements

Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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 for biological datasets.
Develop interactive dashboards and visualization tools for viewing, comparing, and analyzing biological images and 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.

Benefits

Up to a 6% 401(k) company match.
Paid time off.
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.