Bioinformatician / Faculty Member / Project Manager
Scientific Training Officer (Supernumerary) Full-time
Training is a core activity across EMBL-EBI, involving almost every part of the organisation and coordinated by a team of 28 people. The Training Team delivers a world-recognised programme that encompasses training delivered virtually and face-to-face to a global audience alongside self-paced online learning, up-skilling of trainers and secondments.
Scientific Training Officers and Systems Administrators work with the Scientific Training Coordinator to produce and deliver scientific course content; Events Organisers work with the Events Manager to organise course logistics, and Project Managers work with the Head of Training to deliver innovative projects to build capacity and Infrastructure for Bioinformatics and Data science.
The EMBL-EBI programme also sits under the umbrella of the EMBL International Advanced Training Centre (EICAT) where we work closely with colleagues across all EMBL sites to deliver an EMBL wide programme of events.
Your role
The main focus is on developing training courses and knowledge-exchange workshops to support developers and users of biomedical data services.
Responsibilities include:
*Supporting the Training Coordinator to develop and deliver training courses, virtually, onsite at EMBL-EBI and at other locations worldwide. Development involves liaison with hosts and trainers to ensure that course programmes meet the needs of their target audiences. Delivery involves being present throughout the duration of these courses, which involves some work outside of normal office hours. Some of this work may be done in association with externally funded projects.
*Contributing to the collection and analysis of training statistics with other colleagues.
*Monitoring and responding to feedback from courses for the purposes of quality control.
*Developing training materials for virtual delivery, face to face teaching and online tutorials.
*Training on courses where appropriate in all formats.
*Assisting others to develop their training skills, both within and beyond EMBL-EBI.
*Working with events organisers to deliver training events and ensure that course information (including web pages) is kept up to date.
You have
*You should possess a PhD, and ideally some postdoctoral experience, in the molecular life sciences or a related subject;
*A teaching or training qualification would be an added bonus but is not essential.
*Highly self-motivated;
*Must have excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work well as part of a team;
*Your ability to work to deadlines is essential;
*Candidates with a desire to work in an international environment are encouraged to apply, and experience of working with multiple partners from different countries across Europe would be a distinct advantage
*The post reports to the Training Coordinator. It involves substantial autonomy and requires extensive interactions with others at and beyond EMBL-EBI. The role may involve European travel.
You might also have
Good working knowledge of multiple operating systems would be advantageous;
Experience of programming and/or bioinformatics analysis is not necessary although these could be an asset.
Why join us
EMBL-EBI is a worldwide leader in bioinformatics. As part of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL), we are a non-profit, intergovernmental organisation funded by over 27 member states and two associate member states. We encourage personal and professional development and are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, supported and empowered to reach their potential at work.
Surrounded by picturesque South Cambridgeshire countryside, our Campus provides employees with a relaxed atmosphere where the pursuit of scientific discovery and meaningful work, underpin every role. In addition, our employees have access to a wide range of benefits including:
*30 days annual leave per year plus 8 bank holidays
*Flexible work arrangements
*Accident at work
*On-site library and subsidised on-site gym and cafeteria
*Casual dress code
*Free shuttle bus to and from Campus
*Extensive sports and social club activities (run on campus and remotely)
This is a supernumerary position for a maximum period of 1 year. This role is based in Hinxton, UK and while we are currently working remotely, you will be required to relocate once travel allows. More info on how we are currently recruiting is available on our page: Recruitment and Onboarding during Covid19.
To apply please submit a covering letter and CV through our online system. At EMBL-EBI, we strongly believe that inclusive and diverse teams benefit from higher levels of innovation and creative thought. We encourage applications from women, LGBTQ and individuals from all nationalities. Applications are encouraged from all nationalities and this has continued after Brexit. For more information please see our website. Visa information will be discussed in more depth with applicants selected for interview. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Interviews for this role are planned to take place on the 26th/27th November 2020.
Applications will close at 23:00 GMT on the date listed above.