Senior Software Developer


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The Wellcome Sanger Institute

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18th January 2021

Location

Hinxton

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£42527 - £50942

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Contract

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ASAP

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We seek a talented and highly motivated Senior Software Developer to play a crucial role in expanding and developing the new resource on cancer mutations at the Wellcome Sanger Institute within the COSMIC group. The Opportunity We have started a new project, the Cancer Mutation Census, aiming to characterise every genetic mutation in every form of cancer, to define - at high-resolution across global populations - the important events which are driving disease. We take a very broad approach across millions of variants and hundreds of cancer disease types, to identify which variants act as drivers of disease, described in terms of their biological and biochemical properties. You will help us expanding and improving this resource, making sense of these huge and complex data, inferring relationships between variables, identifying those variants which act as drivers of disease, providing this new knowledge to scientists across the world. The results of this project will be available to the scientific community through COSMIC resources, and will offer multiple opportunities for very citeable publications. About us A revolution is underway in health informatics, with genetics increasingly important in understanding human health and disease. COSMIC, a database of genetic mutations in cancer, is a major resource in cancer research, used by over 4000 scientists every day across the informatics, diagnostic and pharmaceutical industries. We are expanding rapidly and developing a range of new services to support multiple academic and industrial research efforts. About you You will work together with COSMIC science team, bringing bioinformatic expertise to this project. The resources of COSMIC, the world's largest and most detailed database of cancer mutations will be available to you, including unlimited access to HPC facilities. Within the Sanger Institute, you will have also access to global specialists in genomics with decades of experience discovering new disease genes, who are already exploring these data. Essential Skils: MSc in Bioinformatic or Computer Science discipline or equivalent experience Self-motivated, able to work independently and organise own workload Demonstrated ability to independently run data science project Excellent communication and effective team-working skills Experience of scientific software development Substantial knowledge of relational databases Substantial knowledge of at least one programming language Ideal Skills: Experience of working in Agile environment Experience with noSQL databases Knowledge of human or cancer genetics Other Information: Whilst the developments around COVID-19 continue to evolve, the Wellcome Genome Campus is closed for all but essential functions and facilities.  People remain at the centre of everything that we do and the majority of our staff are now working remotely to ensure continuity of operations, making use of remote communication and collaboration tools. Interviews will be taking place virtually and the successful candidate should expect to be fully supported through remote on-boarding and working from home until the Campus re-opens to all staff. This approach may vary for individuals located overseas and/or where a visa is required and starting will be based on a number of factors, we will be able to provide specialist advice to those affected candidates Flexible Working: We appreciate the importance of achieving a healthy work-life balance and support this with a number of benefits, including a flexible working policy for those who may wish to apply to amend their working pattern or arrangement. We welcome applications for this position that are looking for flexible working, such as flexible start and finish times, and equal consideration will be given to individuals regardless of their working preferences. Application Process: Please apply with your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Closing date: 31st January 2021 About us: The Wellcome Sanger Institute is a world leading genomics research centre. Our findings are used to improve health and to understand life on Earth. Our benefits: There's an attractive benefits package on offer at the Wellcome Genome Campus. We appreciate the importance of achieving work-life balance and support this with a number of family and carer-friendly policies. Plus a flexible working policy for those who may wish to amend their working pattern or arrangement.
As well as the usual benefits you would expect, we go much further: 25 days annual leave (extra 1 day to a maximum of 30 days for every year you work) Auto-enrolment into a generous Group Defined Contribution Pension Scheme, with enhanced company contribution (for more information, see our Pensions page) Up to 2 days annual paid volunteering leave Up to 10 days paid Emergency Carers Leave per year Family friendly environment including options for flexible and part-time working, an on-site Workplace Nursery salary Sacrifice Schemes for pre-school children and Summer holiday club Life Assurance is accessible on day 1 for all  Group Income Protection Scheme (if on a contract exceeding 12 months) Enhanced maternity leave and parental leave Access to substantial number of courses and training events onsite Private Healthcare Scheme  Eyecare and Dental payment plans Concessions and discounts from our corporate perks site Being part of the Wellcome Genome Campus you will be part of the beautiful working environment with an impressive range of benefits, services and facilities also including: Free bus service to and from Campus, covering various routes around Cambridge, Saffron Walden and surrounding villages A car-share initiative Free parking A number of on-site venues where you can meet, eat and socialise with colleagues A thriving Sports and Social Club which provides members with subsidised access to a gym, tennis courts, sports hall, fitness classes and a vibrant social calendar of events In 2020 we were awarded an Athena SWAN Silver Award. We will consider all individuals without discrimination and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, where everyone can thrive.

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