Datashield Research Software Engineer - Grade 7

University of Liverpool; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK university is seeking a Software Engineer to develop and support R packages within an international open-source community. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders, providing technical expertise, and contributing to health research solutions. The university promotes a hybrid work environment with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Highly organised with experience in R package development.
• Strong computational background in mathematics, physics, or biomedical engineering.
• Ability to contribute to training programmes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support DataSHIELD development projects.
• Collaborate with NHS and public sector partners on applied health research.
• Develop innovative software solutions for health innovation.

Skills

Organisational skills

Experience in developing R packages

Technical expertise in software development

Education

Degree in computer science or relevant field

Job description

We are seeking a software engineer who is highly organised with experience in developing or maintaining R packages, and an interest in contributing to an international, open-source software community to coordinate and support DataSHIELD development projects.

You will play a key role collaborating with colleagues from the University of Liverpool, the NHS, public sector partners, research organisations, suppliers, SMEs, and industry. You will provide technical expertise and develop innovative solutions, including R packages, and contribute to training programmes. You will work closely with the Healthy Urban Places Consortium to ensure solutions are appropriate for applied health research. A clear understanding of the importance of openness and transparency in health innovation is essential to fostering collaboration and trust across the research community.

You should have a Degree in computer science (or degree with strong computational component e.g. mathematics, physics, biomedical engineering).

The post is available until 30th September 2027.

The university operates a hybrid work environment for staff, with a current minimum requirement of 40% on Campus, with 60% considered desirable where possible.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Liverpool is committed to enhancing workforce diversity. We actively seek to attract, develop, and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all genders/gender identities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

For full details and to apply online, please visit: recruit.liverpool.ac.uk