DESCRIPTION

The Software Engineer will participate in the design and implementation of a framework for providing a web-based front-end to core Bioconductor packages, adding the developed modules to a general online data analysis and visualisation platform being developed in the group and integrating this functionality with the public microarray data repository and warehouse ArrayExpress. The successful candidate will be part of the Data Access team within the Microarray Informatics Group.

REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate will have an avid interest in software engineering and design as well as education and experience in computer science/mathematics/bioinformatics/IT. Some bioinformatics experience would be advantageous, especially in the area of microarray data analysis, experience in development of software/application interfaces for scientists would be beneficial, and skills in GUI design are a plus. Ability to work in a small team, to take initiative as necessary, to think independently and creatively, and to deliver results in a timely manner are necessary. An enthusiasm for solving challenging problems and good communication & interpersonal skills are required.
â?¢ 2+ years Java web programming experience (JSP, JSF, JavaBeans, J2EE/Java EE5) is required and knowledge of Perl programming language is a plus.
â?¢ Experience working with R/Bioconductor or S-PLUS/MATLAB/similar tools would be advantageous and familiarity with XML and related web technologies (XSLT, XQuery, SOAP/REST Web Services, etc.) beneficial.
â?¢ Experience with web application servers/servlet containers (jBoss, Tomcat, GlassFish/Sun Application Server) is advantageous.

Web page: http://www.ebi.ac.uk

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please email a CV, cover letter and references, quoting ref. no. BIO/06/101 in the subject line, to: application[at]embl.de