Bioinformatics Analyst, Genomic Data

Cherokee Federal

Bioinformatics Analyst providing advanced scientific and analytical support to CDC genomic surveillance programs. Analyzing genomic data to inform public health operations.

Posted 5/2/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute and monitor amplicon and metagenomic sequencing pipelines
Perform QC checks on sequencing data
Analyze variant trends and lineage assignments
Generate reports and visualizations
Maintain reproducible workflows
Perform QC on sequencing outputs (coverage, lineage, variants)
Analyze genomic data using tools such as: Nextclade, Freyja, Minimap2
Work in Linux/Unix environments
Develop scripts in Python, R, or Bash
Maintain reproducible workflows using Nextflow or Snakemake
Collaborate with lab and epidemiology teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s or PhD in Bioinformatics, Microbiology, or related field
Experience with tools: Nextclade, Freyja, Minimap2
Python/R/Bash proficiency
Linux/Unix experience
Strong communication and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and resolve problems without constant supervision
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Must pass the pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
other possible benefits as provided

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Hard Skills & Tools

amplicon sequencingmetagenomic sequencingQC checksdata analysisreport generationvisualizationworkflow reproducibilityPythonRBash

Soft Skills

strong communicationanalytical skillsindependent workproblem resolutionwritten communicationverbal communication

Certifications

Master’s degreePhD