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Web Developer Saffron Walden, England

European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI)

Full Time Saffron Walden, England 45434 - 73425 GBP ANNUAL Today

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic web developer to join the IMPC project, as part of the Phenomics Team. We are an international team of developers and bioinformaticians.

The International Mouse Phenotyping Consortium (IMPC) is a G7-recognised global research infrastructure that coordinates the production and phenotyping of thousands of new mutant mouse strains to better understand human health. Over the last 10 years the consortium has identified over 99,148 phenotypes linked to 8,368 genes analysed in our latest data release, uncovering genes that have a role in deafness, diabetes, and several rare diseases.

Our tech stack:

JavaScript
Typescript
Frameworks: Angular, React, NextJS
HTML5 and CSS
Data visualization: Highcharts, D3, Canvas, SVG
APIs: REST or GraphQL
Version control: Git, GitHub

Your role

This opportunity will enable you to apply your skills to the development of several public websites that play a crucial role in research of human genetic diseases and aging. We’re looking for somebody who cares deeply about the experience of those using the websites.

You will:

work to extend existing web interfaces supporting both the research community and the mouse production facilities
be involved in a major project to build a new interface to replace some of our existing web infrastructure
use an API that is being developed to optimise the delivery of complex data to improve web page performance
You will need to develop a strong collaboration with members of the team delivering the IMPC API services and external stakeholders and users of the websites.

You have

Expert knowledge of JavaScript/Typescript frameworks (such as Angular, or React)
Skilled in HTML5 and CSS
Interest in data visualisation (Highcharts, D3, Canvas, SVG)
Good knowledge of UX practices
Well-versed in UI and responsive design and have a creative streak
Experience working with APIs (REST or GraphQL)
Familiar with version control (such as Git, GitHub)
Good communication skills and decision-making skills
Ability to prioritise work
Strong presentation skills with the ability to articulate solutions, ideas, and recommendations
Comfortable producing documentation and tutorials (user and technical)

You might also have

Experience with:

JavaScript unit testing frameworks
user engagement and website promotion (Twitter, Mastodon)
Google Analytics
relational (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases

Knowledge of:

Search Engine Optimization
website security best practices
Some knowledge of bioinformatics / biology / genetics
Prior experience working in a multidisciplinary scientific environment.

Benefits and Contract Information

Financial incentives: depending on circumstances, monthly family/marriage allowance of £243, monthly child allowance of £293 per child. Non resident allowance up to £496 per month. Annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances
Hybrid working arrangements
Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (including all prescriptions and generous dental & optical cover)
Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year, in addition to eight bank holidays
Relocation package including installation grant (as applicable)
Campus life: Free shuttle bus to and from work, on-site library, subsidised on-site gym and cafeteria, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely)
Family benefits: On-site nursery, child sick leave, generous parental leave, holiday clubs on campus and monthly family and child allowances
Contract duration: This position is for 3 years
Salary: UK Equivalent £45,434 - £73,425 (Total package will be dependant on family circumstances)
International applicants: We recruit internationally and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions. Read more on our page for international applicants.