Job Title: Senior Computational Research Engineer
Details of the role: Permanent, full-time position. Working pattern: Monday – Friday.
Salary: From £49,130
Application closing date: 28/02/25 23:59GMT
About us…
The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions.
The Crick is a place for collaboration, innovation and exploration across many disciplines. A space where the brightest minds can pursue big and bold ideas and discover answers to crucial scientific questions.
About the role…
In this role, you will play a key role in developing, implementing, and maintaining the lab’s scientific software ecosystem. You will work both independently and collaboratively to design and optimize reusable computational pipelines and software development workflows.
What you will be doing…
As a Senior Computational Research Engineer at the Crick, you will:
* Provide technical expertise and input for the development, refinement and troubleshooting of relevant or novel computational methodologies.
* Implement, benchmark, evaluate and apply existing and novel numerical methods to build bespoke analysis and modelling pipelines.
* Help to develop others by mentoring and sharing expertise and experience.
* Help to develop and implement group project management and reporting procedures.
* Continue professional development through maintaining awareness of developments in the wider research communities.
About you…
You will bring…
* A PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics) or equivalent professional experience.
* Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, Julia, or similar.
* Substantial programming experience with a proven ability to develop scripts and applications adhering to established software development standards.
* Experience in mentoring, teaching or training others.
* Experience with high-performance computing environments and managing large-scale computational tasks (e.g., SLURM).
* A commitment to reproducible research and open science principles.
What will you receive?
At the Francis Crick Institute, we value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits to support their well-being and development:
* Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays.
* Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%.
* Health & Well-being: 24/7 GP consultation services, occupational health services, and mental health support programs.
* Work-Life Balance: Back-up care for dependents, childcare support allowance, and annual leave purchase options.
* Perks: Discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts.
* Development & Recognition: Comprehensive training, mentoring, and a pay structure with performance-linked progression.
At the Francis Crick Institute, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and scientific discovery. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed, regardless of their background, identity, or personal circumstances.
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