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Ensembl Developer (2 posts Interpreting vertebrate genome sequence is one of the most challenging scientific information problems for this century. The Ensembl project (http://www.ensembl.org) is the world-wide leader in this task. Ensembl is a joint project between the EBI and the Sanger Institute, funded by the Wellcome Trust. We have one of the world’s largest dedicated computer resources for genomic analysis. We constantly need to extend and adapt the system to cope with new data sources, and are looking for developers to join this exciting project.
You will be a bioinformatician with at least a Master’s level qualification in bioinformatics plus practical experience in the field. You must have good working knowledge of a programming language such as Perl, Python, Java or C. UNIX experience and familiarity with relational databases are essential. Experience of scripting using the Ensembl API would be advantageous. You will have working experience and understanding of commonly used bioinformatics programs and algorithms, such as BLAST. You should have demonstrable problem solving skills.
The role available will involve running the Ensembl genome annotation system and its extension and development to cover newly sequenced genomes and new data types. All members of the Ensembl team take part in the production of each new annotation release. This is an excellent opportunity to enhance and extend your bioinformatics skills.
We offer a comprehensive range of benefits including a final salary pension scheme and excellent on-site facilities. Further details can be found on our website.
Salary range £27,316 – £36,951 pa dependant upon experience
To apply for this position please email your CV (including 2 referees) and current salary details, Quoting reference NAW1630-31 to: recruit@sanger.ac.uk
Or post your application to: Human Resources Department,
The Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute, Genome Campus,
Hinxton, Cambridge, CB10 1SA
The closing date for applications is Friday 23 May
http://www.sanger.ac.uk
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