DESCRIPTION

Infrafrontier is a new project that aims to establish an efficient, distributed infrastructure for the phenotyping, archiving and dissemination of mouse models on a pan-European level. Key to this is the identification of the bioinformatic requirements to support this infrastructure and the integration of key databases.

We are seeking a Scientific Programmer to lead the bioinformatics element of this project. The person will be based in the Bioinformatics Group and will interact with related groups across Europe. The Bioinformatics group has extensive experience in European databases which hold information about mouse models. It is a key player in the EUMODIC project and is developing the EuroPhenome database to hold large-scale mouse phenotyping data.

REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate will have a strong background in software development or bioinformatics. Previous experience of web technologies, SQL, database integration and data management would be desirable. They will be based in the Bioinformatics Group and will interact with related groups across Europe.

COMPENSATION

Salary from £25,368 - £30,427 per annum depending on experience
Benefits for both positions include 30 days annual leave, competitive salary, and a final salary pension scheme. Please note that final appointment will be subject to pre-employment screening.

TERMS

Fixed Term until 28 February 2011

HOW TO APPLY

Ref: MGU08/366
Applications for these roles must be made online at http://jobs.mrc.ac.uk. If you do not have internet access or experience technical difficulties, please call 01793 301156, quoting the relevant reference number.

Closing date for applications: 25 July 2008

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