Research Fellow (Bioinformatics) - Institute of Microbiology and Infection - 104050 - Grade 7

Summary

Design and develop computational pipelines for the analysis of DNA synthesis screening data Develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research, with assistance of a mentor if required Contribute to writing bids for research funding Analyse and interpret data Operate within area of specialism Contribute to generating funding  Contribute to licensing or spin out deals with demonstrated commercial success (such as revenues, asset or company sales, IP generated) and/or public understanding of the discipline or similar

Main Duties

The responsibilities may include some but not all of the responsibilities outlined below.

Design and develop computational pipelines for the analysis of DNA synthesis screening data Develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research, with assistance of a mentor if required Contribute to writing bids for research funding Analyse and interpret data Apply knowledge in a way which develops new intellectual understanding Disseminate research findings for publication, research seminars etc. Supervise students on research related work and provide guidance to PhD students where appropriate to the discipline Contribute to developing new models, techniques and methods  Undertake management/administration arising from research Contribute to Departmental/School research-related activities and research-related administration Contribute to enterprise, business development and/or public engagement activities of manifest benefit to the College and the University, often under supervision of a project leader Collect research data; this may be through a variety of research methods, such as scientific experimentation, literature reviews, and research interviews* Present research outputs, including drafting academic publications or parts thereof, for example at seminars and as posters* Provide guidance, as required, to support staff and any students who may be assisting with the research* Deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines* Promotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture.

* These indicative responsibilities may also be included in a research role at grade 6.

Person Specification

First degree in area of specialism and a higher degree relevant to bioinformatics, genomics or computational biology or equivalent professional experience Experience in one or more of these areas would be preferred, but not essential: Machine learning and artificial intelligence applications in bioinformatics Synthetic biology and genetic engineering techniques Cloud computing platforms and high-performance computing (HPC) environments High level analytical capability Ability to communicate complex information clearly Fluency in relevant models, techniques or methods (such as BLAST, HMMER, kmer-based analyses) and ability to contribute to developing new ones Ability to assess resource requirements and use resources effectively  Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration processes Contribute to the planning and organising of the research programme and/or specific research project Co-ordinate own work with others to avoid conflict or duplication of effort Knowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010, and how to actively ensure in day-to-day activity in own area that those with protected characteristics are treated equally and fairly