Job description
This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic interdisciplinary team and work with a start-up company to build a new and innovative approach to international infectious diseases research and surveillance on the one hand, and clinical diagnostics on the other hand. This is a new post in a growing team, the primary purpose of which is to play a key development role for the Global Pathogen Analysis Service working within an existing team of research software engineers.
The successful applicant will play a key role in the programme, taking responsibility for parts of the design and implementation of computational components for data acquisition, integration, and/or analysis across a wide range of platforms and pathogens. Another key function will be to make the work translational moving from the research domain towards real world use cases in the clinical and public health arenas.
Applications from those returning to work after career or other breaks would be welcomed.
What We Offer
As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ well-being and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:
- Flexible working
- An excellent contributory pension scheme
- 38 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays)
- A comprehensive range of childcare services
- Family leave schemes
- Cycle loan scheme
- Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
The University also runs an enormous amount of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work.
Applications from candidates who do not fulfil the essential criteria will be considered, to be appointed at the appropriate Grade 7 with a salary range of £34,308 - £42,155 per annum with amended duties and responsibilities.
The post is full time and fixed term for two years.
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application.
Only applications received before 12.00 midday on 20th February 2023 will be considered