IRR Research Data Analyst

The University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university in Edinburgh is seeking a full-time Bioinformatician to manage bioinformatics projects and train researchers. Candidates should have an undergraduate background in biological sciences, over 2 years of experience, and expertise in RNAseq analysis. The role offers a salary of £41,064 to £48,822 per annum with opportunities for hybrid working.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Competitive pension schemes

Staff discounts

Family-friendly initiatives

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in biological sciences with a focus on molecular biology.
• Experience in bioinformatics and analysis of biological data.
• Ability to communicate effectively with researchers at different levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage and analyze bioinformatics projects for the institute.
• Train researchers in bioinformatics techniques.
• Collaborate with the bioinformatics team to enhance services.

Skills

Undergraduate in biological sciences or related field

2+ years experience as a Bioinformatician

Expertise in single cell/nuclei RNAseq analysis

Strong knowledge in cell biology

Excellent interpersonal and time management skills

Education

Master's in bioinformatics or equivalent experience

Job description

Grade UE07: £41,064 to £48,822 per annum, pro-rata if part time

College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine / Institute for Regeneration and Repair

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Fixed term: 36 months

This post will be part of a new developing section within our Single Cell and Spatial Biology Facility, joining our current bioinformatician providing Institute-wide bioinformatics support, managing the analysis of bioinformatics projects and training researchers in bioinformatic techniques.

The Opportunity

Teamwork is essential for success in this role and an ability to adapt and apply new knowledge in this evolving area of data analysis.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working. This post requires ongoing Right to Work in the UK.

The salary for this post is £41,064 to £48,822 per annum.

Your skills and attributes for success

• Undergraduate in biological sciences, bioinformatics or related subject with strong focus on molecular biology and master’s in bioinformatics or equivalent experience in these areas
• 2+ years’ experience working as a Bioinformatician
• Expertise in single cell/nuclei RNAseq analysis or equivalent omics expertise
• Strong knowledge in cell biology, to clearly understand researchers' questions and needs
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills, with the ability to advise and support researchers at all levels

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Application Information

The post will be based within the single-cell multiomics facility, part of the Institute for Regeneration and Repair, University of Edinburgh: www.ed.ac.uk/regeneration-repair

For further information, please contact Anna Williams at [e-mail] or Nadine Bestard Cuche [e-mail]

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As a valued member of our team you can expect

• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

Championing equality, diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab)

On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 1 December 2025.

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