RESPONSIBILITIES

The European Bioinformatics Institute provides cutting edge research and services for biomolecular data. We are looking for a highly motivated Database Application Developer to work in the Proteomics Services Team on the PRIDE Protein Identification Database, a rapidly growing resource at the interface between basic molecular biology and biomedical research. The database currently holds more than 14 million mass spectra and associated metadata. The post holder will be responsible for the further development of the PRIDE database core as well as the user interface and data quality management system.

REQUIREMENTS

The ideal applicant should have a degree in a relevant field (ideally an interdisciplinary degree in biology/chemistry/computer science) or proven professional experience. Profound knowledge of Java is required. Extensive experience in relational databases and ideally web application development is essential. Knowledge of the following concrete technologies is a plus: Oracle, MySQL, object-relational mapping (Hibernate), AJAX, mass spectrometry. The post holder must be able to work independently and interact well within a team environment. Good communication and interpersonal skills as well as a good working knowledge of English are essential.

TERMS

An initial contract of 3 years will be offered to the successful candidate. This can be renewed, depending on circumstances at the time of review.

HOW TO APPLY

For further information please visit http://www.ebi.ac.uk

EMBL is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organisation.

To apply, please send a CV (including names and addresses of referees) and covering letter, by email, quoting ref. no. BIO/08/069/EBI in the subject line, to: applications[at]ebi.ac.uk.