Salary Breakdown
Bioinformatics Scientists
Average
$68,360
ANNUAL
$32.86
HOURLY
Entry Level
$47,050
ANNUAL
$22.62
HOURLY
Mid Level
$61,780
ANNUAL
$29.70
HOURLY
Expert Level
$98,130
ANNUAL
$47.18
HOURLY
Projected Jobs
Bioinformatics Scientists
630
Projected job openings through 2030
Sample Career Roadmap
Bioinformatics Scientists
Supporting Programs
Bioinformatics Scientists
Top Expected Tasks
Bioinformatics Scientists
01
Develop new software applications or customize existing applications to meet specific scientific project needs.
02
Communicate research results through conference presentations, scientific publications, or project reports.
03
Create novel computational approaches and analytical tools as required by research goals.
04
Consult with researchers to analyze problems, recommend technology-based solutions, or determine computational strategies.
05
Analyze large molecular datasets, such as raw microarray data, genomic sequence data, or proteomics data, for clinical or basic research purposes.
06
Keep abreast of new biochemistries, instrumentation, or software by reading scientific literature and attending professional conferences.
07
Develop data models and databases.
08
Compile data for use in activities, such as gene expression profiling, genome annotation, or structural bioinformatics.
09
Design and apply bioinformatics algorithms including unsupervised and supervised machine learning, dynamic programming, or graphic algorithms.
10
Manipulate publicly accessible, commercial, or proprietary genomic, proteomic, or post-genomic databases.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Bioinformatics Scientists
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Biology
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
KNOWLEDGE
Mathematics
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Chemistry
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Complex Problem Solving
SKILL
Speaking
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Written Expression
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
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