Data Entry Operator I

About the job

SUMMARY
A detail‑oriented data curator responsible for organizing, entering, reviewing, and managing scientific information. This role requires strong scientific literacy, sound judgment, and the ability to accurately interpret and categorize technical content.

This is an information‑management position, not a laboratory role. The successful candidate will work extensively with scientific records and data in a capacity similar to a specialized science librarian—maintaining the accuracy, consistency, and usability of scientific information so it can be efficiently located and applied.

The position is highly specialized, and comprehensive training will be provided on all relevant systems, procedures, terminology, and standards.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business ( Business Services, Health, Infrastructure and Engineering, Mission Optimization, Technology and Transportation ) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act .

• ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
• The ability to obtain, maintain and access classified information at the client level.

• Strong academic foundation in chemistry, biochemistry, and biology, including a full year of organic chemistry.

• Skilled in reading, interpreting, and managing scientific and technical information with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

• Demonstrates strong organizational abilities and excels in structured, repetitive work while maintaining precision.

• Adept at learning specialized databases, terminology, and classification systems.

• Possesses strong written communication, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage priorities effectively in a detail‑intensive environment.

• KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Enter, review, organize, classify, and maintain scientific information in designated databases and information‑management systems.

• Read and interpret scientific materials in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, and related disciplines to ensure accuracy and appropriate categorization.

• Apply scientific knowledge to classify records, select proper terminology, and identify relationships within data sets.

• Review incoming information for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and alignment with established procedures and standards.

• Identify missing, conflicting, or potentially incorrect data and escalate questions for further review as needed.

• Manage multiple information‑processing tasks while consistently meeting accuracy, quality, and productivity expectations.

• Follow established data‑governance, confidentiality, quality‑control, and records‑management requirements.

• Collaborate with scientists, subject‑matter experts, information specialists, and cross‑functional team members.

• Learn and apply specialized scientific vocabularies, classification systems, databases, and FDA‑specific procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline, chemistry is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.

EOE including Disability/Vet

• The rate of pay for this position is $18.00 per hour, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.
• CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401(k)

• Family Planning/Fertility Assistance

• STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D

• Legal-Aid Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays

• Training and Development Opportunities

Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).

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