We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Bioinformatics Developer to join the InterPro team, which is part of the Sequence Family Resources led by Alex Bateman.
InterPro is a core protein data resource that plays a vital role in the classification of protein domains and families. It consolidates 13 protein family databases, including Pfam, to provide comprehensive annotations used by various scientific communities. InterPro enables researchers to gain novel insights from vast DNA and protein sequence data, facilitating the interpretation of experiments and the design of new ones.
Our tech stack includes Python, Java, Oracle, MySQL, ElasticSearch, HPC (High Performance Compute clusters), JavaScript, TypeScript.
Your role
In this role you will develop and maintain the InterPro resource and InterProScan software. You will be part of a small team of 4-5 developers responsible for implementing new features and ensuring timely releases of InterPro and InterProScan.
You will design, develop, test and document the new version of InterProScan, while also contributing to the maintenance of the current Java-based version. You will also collaborate with the curation team to prioritise data processing.Apply now
Closing date: 4 September 2023
- Contract duration: Contract Expires March 2026
- Grading: Grade 5 – 6 (monthly salary starting at £3,090 – £3,456 after tax) plus other paid benefits depending on personal circumstances
- Reference number: EBI02162
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You have
- A postgraduate degree in bioinformatics, computer science, computational biology, or a related field.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and Java, with a strong background in software development.
- Experience working with relational databases, such as Oracle and MySQL.
- Familiarity with version control systems like Git and collaboration platforms like Github.
- Working knowledge of Unix/Linux operating systems.
- Strong communication skills, including verbal and written
You might also have
- Experience with workflow managers, particularly Nextflow.
- Experience in high-performance computing environments and job schedulers (e.g., LSF, SLURM).
- Experience with Docker, Singularity, and Kubernetes.
- Experience following Agile software development principles, particularly Scrum.
Why join us
Do something meaningfulAt EMBL-EBI you can apply your talent and passion to accelerate science and tackle some of humankind’s greatest challenges. EMBL-EBI, part of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory, is a worldwide leader in the storage, analysis and dissemination of large biological datasets. We provide the global research community with access to publicly available databases and tools which are crucial for the advancement of healthcare, food security, and biodiversity.
Join a culture of innovationWe are located on the Wellcome Genome Campus, alongside other prominent research and biotech organisations, and surrounded by beautiful Cambridgeshire countryside. This is a highly collaborative and inclusive community where our employees enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. We are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, supported and empowered to reach their professional potential.
Enjoy lots of benefits:
- Financial incentives: Monthly family, child and non-resident allowances, annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances
- Flexible working arrangements, working under a hybrid model spending at least 2 days per week in the office
- 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 (if required)
- 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, 10 days of child sick leave, generous parental leave, holiday clubs on campus and monthly family and child allowances
- Benefits for non-UK residents: Visa exemption, education grant for private schooling, financial support to travel back to your home country every second year and a monthly non-resident allowance.
For more details please see our employee benefits page.
Working at EMBL-EBI
Join our diverse team and help power the next generation of discoveries in the life sciences.
Mateus Patricio, Bioinformatician
What else you need to know
- Contract duration: This position is a grant based position which will end in March 2026
- International applicants: We recruit internationally and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions. Read more on our page for international applicants.
- Diversity and inclusion: At EMBL-EBI, we strongly believe that inclusive and diverse teams benefit from higher levels of innovation and creative thought. We encourage applications from women, LGBTQ+ and individuals from all nationalities.
- EMBL is a signatory of DORA. Find out how we implement best practices in research assessment in our recruitment processes here.
- Job location: This role is based in Hinxton, near Cambridge, UK. You will be required to relocate if you are based overseas and you will receive a generous relocation package to support you.
- How to apply: To apply please submit a cover letter and a CV through our online system.