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RESPONSIBILITIES

A skilled Computer Biologist is sought as part of a study to identify new therapeutic strategies for improved treatment of cancer patients.

We have the world's largest public database of cancer drug sensitivity data as well as a wealth of genetic information. A unique opportunity has arisen for you to take a lead role in developing the informatics resources to support our research. This will include developing and maintaining our database, designing new analytical tools, and co-ordinating data sharing with our collaborators. You will be working with the latest technology in a freethinking and dynamic environment. We are looking for an individual who has good communication skills and enjoys working in a multi-disciplinary team environment to help solve complex problems.

REQUIREMENTS

Essential Skills:

A good degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics or Computational Biology (or equivalent industry experience)
Proficient in PERL scripting language
Good database skills and an understanding of RDBMSs
Good communication skills and enjoy working as part of a team

PREFERENCES

Ideal Skills:

A PhD level qualification is desirable
Knowledge of PERL CGI, JavaScript/AJAX and Java/C/C++ would also be beneficial
Experience with Oracle databases would be ideal and experience with PostgreSQL or MySQL databases would be useful
An interest in genetics and cancer therapeutics would be advantageous

COMPENSATION

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits including a final salary pension scheme and excellent on-site facilities. Further details can be found on our website http://www.sanger.ac.uk/careers/jobs/.

Salary: GBP 27316 to GBP 37690 per annum dependent on experience

Benefits:
The Institute has excellent purpose built facilities on the Genome Campus, Hinxton on the outskirts of Cambridge. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits including a final salary pension scheme and excellent on-site facilities. Further details can be found on our website https://jobs.sanger.ac.uk.

TERMS

The position is available from Dec 1st 2011 and funded for 2 years in the first instance.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position please submit a covering letter and your CV including your current salary.

Informal enquires can be made to Dr. Mathew Garnett (mg12[at]sanger.ac.uk)

To submit your CV and apply for this job please go to https://jobs.sanger.ac.uk, to register and apply on line.

http://twitter.com/sangerinstjobs/

DEADLINE

Closing Date: 30th October 2011

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