Computational Biologist - NIH

Overview Kelly Government Solutions is a strategic supplier and business partner to the federal government and its key suppliers. The National Institutes of Health is seeking a Computational Biologist/Computer Scientist . This is a long-term, full-time, contract position based in Rockville, MD. This position offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package Optional health, vision, and dental plans Paid leave, paid federal holidays, and 401K plan Access to NIH’s unparalleled resources and niche scientific initiatives Primary Responsibilities Perform software development to include the definition of subsystem interface specifications, software modeling and implementing the software design. Coordinate data storage and data mining. Apply the techniques of parallel computing to computationally intensive tasks that are encountered in biomedical applications. Implement algorithms for highly parallel computer structures containing many processor elements in application areas such as computational chemistry and structural biology Tests the functionality of equipment and takes accuracy, sensitivity, and selectivity measurements. Collaborate with teams of engineers and scientists in completing phases of projects by developing subsystems or components, which are part of those projects. Monitors and evaluates computer information systems and application performance. Conduct theoretical and experimental studies of integrated computerized information systems. Design, build and maintain a robust and flexible informatics infrastructure to support data collection from automated high through-put screens. Work with biologists and chemists to analyze data from assays and screens. Requirements Masters Degree in Computer Science, required #J-18808-Ljbffr Kelly