Key responsibilities
:
Within the overall direction of the programme, the group, the remit of the project and in discussion with the Group Leader, you will make a significant input into determining the direction of the project within a two-year lifespan.
To plan your own work and objectives and manage your experimental work within the project along with your supervisor.
To work with limited supervision to identify, develop, modify and apply the necessary techniques to achieve the goals of the project.
To introduce and apply new techniques across a wide range of disciplines and to have the creativity and initiative to develop novel approaches and methods where required.
To ensure the research is carried out in accordance with good practice and in compliance with local policies and legal requirements.
To contribute to the smooth running of the group, including the effective use of resources, training of others and taking responsibility for use of communal facilities.
To enhance your research and generic skills through a tailored development programme.
Working relationships:
You will report to Dr Marco Tripodi and will interact and collaborate with other Postdoctoral Scientists, Research Support staff and students, not only in your group, but also across the LMB and with external groups as necessary.
Additional information:
This is a two-year training and development position for a Data Scientist. We support Postdoctoral Scientists with a range of formal and on-the-job training, including:
• MRC training courses.
• External training and personal development courses.
• One-to-one training with your supervisor and other Scientists.
You will commit to undertaking the following:
• Developing and following a personal development plan.
• Attending training courses.
• Identifying additional training which will support you to develop your career.
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Academic qualifications:
Essential
A Master’s degree in software/electrical/biomedical engineering or a related quantitative discipline, or due to complete in 6 months.
Technical skills and expertise:
Essential
Excellent programming skills ( Python, C++)
Desirable
Particularly useful would be experience in software and hardware design and an interest in neuroscience.
Experience with SQL, high-performance computing, signal processing are highly desirable.
Track record of research:
This will include achievements, and contributions to published papers.