Computational Scientist – MRC Collaborative Centre for Human Nutrition Research
MRC Collaborative Centre for Human Nutrition Research – Bioanalytical Sciences Research
Starting Salary – £19,624 to £21,276 per annum
MRC Collaborative Centre for Human Nutrition (HNR), Cambridge, under the Directorship of Dr Ann Prentice, is dedicated to advancing knowledge of the relationships between nutrition and health by providing a National Centre of Excellence.
We wish to appoint a Computational Scientist to play a vital role in the bioinformatics group within CLBRI (Cambridge Lipidomics Biomarker Research Initiative). The post holder will have the opportunity to develop and implement software solutions for the analysis of large lipidomics datasets. The work will involve optimization and implementation of software-based solutions to improve the efficiency of the data workflow.
The post holder will have the opportunity to present data at both formal and informal meetings with collaborators and at national and international conferences. The successful candidate will also be required to produce written reports and prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals in collaboration with the CLBRI team and outside partners.
Applicants for this post will hold an MSc in either biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics or chemistry. A track record in software development for bioinformatics is desired.
This is a full time position offered on a 2 year fixed term contract with salary dependent on qualifications and experience. In addition to your salary we offer a flexible pay and reward policy, 30 days annual leave, free on site car parking and optional membership of MRC’s final salary pension scheme.
For an informal discussion please contact Dr Michael Eiden or Dr Albert Koulman on 01223 426356.
If you would like to receive this advert in large print, Braille, audio, or electronic format/ hard copy, please contact the Recruitment team at the MRC Shared Service Centre on the telephone number below or recruitment@ssc.mrc.ac.uk
Applications for this role must be made online at quoting reference HNR09/552, please include a CV and covering letter with your application. If you do not have internet access or experience technical difficulties in doing this please call 01793 301280.
Closing date: 20th November 2009
Interviews: December
The MRC is an equal opportunities employer.
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