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Job Description We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic Software Engineer with experience in Java and dealing with bioinformatic tools. You will join the Web Production team at the European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI) located at the Wellcome Genome Campus near Cambridge in the UK. The Web Production team is involved in a wide range of projects that include the development and maintenance of core services including data search and retrieval systems, provisioning of tools via Web Services, design of scientific pipelines and workflows, using HPC efficiently etc. We are also responsible for the EBI’s web presence and deal with web sites server administration, monitoring, web metrics and usage reporting. The work of the team is central to EBI’s mission. You will work alongside 5 professional Java programmers further developing the functionality and extending the scope of our Web Services and search systems. You will report to the Head of the Web Production Team, Rodrigo Lopez. The Web Production team is part of the Technical Services Cluster that comprises a mix of systems and software engineers, database administrators and integration specialists. The EBI is part of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) and it is a world-leading bioinformatics centre providing biological data to the scientific community with expertise in data storage, analysis and representation. EMBL-EBI provides freely available data from life science experiments, performs basic research in computational biology and offers an extensive user training programme, supporting researchers in academic and industry. Qualifications and Experience You must be able to demonstrate at least 2 years’ experience of Java development and will ideally hold a degree in Computer Science. A good understanding of object oriented analysis, design concepts and tests is essential. Also essential is good experience with programming using Lucene, Spring and web-related technologies (Web frameworks, JAX-WS, JAX-RS, HTML5 technologies, JavaScript, AngularJS etc.). A background in Web Services development and provisioning is desired. Candidates are expected to be comfortable working in a UNIX/Linux environment. Experience working on Cloud environments is desirable but not required. You will be a team worker who is able to interact effectively with other members of the team, resource and tool developers, as well as with users of the resources and the wider community. The ability to work independently, under time pressure, and the dedication to communicate and report frequently and opening are necessary skills. Benefits EMBL is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organisation. The remuneration package comprises a competitive salary, a comprehensive pension scheme and health insurance, educational and other family related benefits where applicable, as well as financial support for relocation and installation. We provide a dynamic, international working environment and have close ties with both the University of Cambridge and the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute. EMBL-EBI staff also enjoy excellent sports facilities, a free shuttle bus to Cambridge and other nearby centres, an active sports and social club and an attractive working environment set in 55 acres of parkland. The initial contract is for a period of 3 years with the possibility of a fixed-term extension. Application Instructions We welcome applications irrespective of gender and appointment will be based on merit alone. Applications are welcome from all nationalities - visa information will be discussed in more depth with applicants selected for interview. Please apply online through www.embl.org/jobs Additional Information Applications will close at 23:00 GMT on the date listed above.
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Job Description We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic Software Engineer with experience in Java and dealing with bioinformatic tools. You will join the Web Production team at the European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI) located at the Wellcome Genome Campus near Cambridge in the UK. The Web Production team is involved in a wide range of projects that include the development and maintenance of core services including data search and retrieval systems, provisioning of tools via Web Services, design of scientific pipelines and workflows, using HPC efficiently etc. We are also responsible for the EBI’s web presence and deal with web sites server administration, monitoring, web metrics and usage reporting. The work of the team is central to EBI’s mission. You will work alongside 5 professional Java programmers further developing the functionality and extending the scope of our Web Services and search systems. You will report to the Head of the Web Production Team, Rodrigo Lopez. The Web Production team is part of the Technical Services Cluster that comprises a mix of systems and software engineers, database administrators and integration specialists. The EBI is part of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) and it is a world-leading bioinformatics centre providing biological data to the scientific community with expertise in data storage, analysis and representation. EMBL-EBI provides freely available data from life science experiments, performs basic research in computational biology and offers an extensive user training programme, supporting researchers in academic and industry. Qualifications and Experience You must be able to demonstrate at least 2 years’ experience of Java development and will ideally hold a degree in Computer Science. A good understanding of object oriented analysis, design concepts and tests is essential. Also essential is good experience with programming using Lucene, Spring and web-related technologies (Web frameworks, JAX-WS, JAX-RS, HTML5 technologies, JavaScript, AngularJS etc.). A background in Web Services development and provisioning is desired. Candidates are expected to be comfortable working in a UNIX/Linux environment. Experience working on Cloud environments is desirable but not required. You will be a team worker who is able to interact effectively with other members of the team, resource and tool developers, as well as with users of the resources and the wider community. The ability to work independently, under time pressure, and the dedication to communicate and report frequently and opening are necessary skills. Benefits EMBL is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organisation. The remuneration package comprises a competitive salary, a comprehensive pension scheme and health insurance, educational and other family related benefits where applicable, as well as financial support for relocation and installation. We provide a dynamic, international working environment and have close ties with both the University of Cambridge and the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute. EMBL-EBI staff also enjoy excellent sports facilities, a free shuttle bus to Cambridge and other nearby centres, an active sports and social club and an attractive working environment set in 55 acres of parkland. The initial contract is for a period of 3 years with the possibility of a fixed-term extension. Application Instructions We welcome applications irrespective of gender and appointment will be based on merit alone. Applications are welcome from all nationalities - visa information will be discussed in more depth with applicants selected for interview. Please apply online through www.embl.org/jobs Additional Information Applications will close at 23:00 GMT on the date listed above.
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