How do they match: Bioinformatics Technicians

  • Apply principles and methods of bioinformatics to assist scientists in areas such as pharmaceuticals, medical technology, biotechnology, computational biology, proteomics, computer information science, biology and medical informatics. Apply bioinformatics tools to visualize, analyze, manipulate or interpret molecular data. May build and maintain databases for processing and analyzing genomic or other biological information.

  • Analyze or manipulate bioinformatics data using software packages, statistical applications, or data mining techniques.
  • Extend existing software programs, web-based interactive tools, or database queries as sequence management and analysis needs evolve.
  • Maintain awareness of new and emerging computational methods and technologies.
  • Perform routine system administrative functions, such as troubleshooting, back-ups, or upgrades.
  • Test new or updated software or tools and provide feedback to developers.
  • Write computer programs or scripts to be used in querying databases.

  • Develop computer or online applications.
  • Enter information into databases or software programs.
  • Maintain computer equipment or software.
  • Troubleshoot issues with computer applications or systems.