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Bioinformatics Scientists in District of Columbia

Bioinformatics scientists conduct research that combines biology, computer science, and data analysis to solve problems in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical technology. They work in research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, and hospitals, designing databases and developing algorithms to process and analyze large genomic datasets. In District of Columbia the median pay is $84,590 a year, 14% below the national median of $98,920.

$84,590median pay in District of Columbia, per year
$64,480–$147,890middle half earn
850employed in District of Columbia
$98,920U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in District of Columbia

8open roles like this on employer career sites, 4 in District of Columbia or remote
2employers hiring
6posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in District of Columbia and remote

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What it takes

Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold doct.

Skills that matter most

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningWritingSpeakingScienceCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingMathematics

Knowledge areas

BiologyComputers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageEngineering and TechnologyMathematics (knowledge)Chemistry

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O*NET-SOC 19-1029.01. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, District of Columbia, annual.