Postdoctoral Scientist (Software Engineer) - Neurobiology - Dr Marco Tripodi - LMB 2751

UK Research and Innovation; Hartford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in the UK is seeking a Postdoctoral Scientist to develop computational pipelines and novel database structures. This is a two-year training position involving independent research, managing objectives, and collaboration with PhD students. Excellent programming skills in Python and C++ are essential, and candidates should ideally hold a master's degree in a quantitative discipline. The position offers a defined benefits package, including a pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension scheme

30 days holiday plus privilege days

Family friendly policies

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a quantitative discipline required.
• Desirable: PhD in a relevant subject.
• Strong programming knowledge in Python and C++ essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply computational pipelines for research.
• Manage objectives and plan experimental work independently.
• Present scientific results at various seminars and conferences.

Skills

Excellent programming skills (Python, C++)

Experience with SQL

High-performance computing

Signal processing

Education

Master's degree in software, electrical, biomedical engineering or related discipline

PhD in a relevant subject

Job description

Job Overview

The MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology is seeking a Postdoctoral Scientist for a two‑year training position to research computational pipelines and novel database structures.

Responsibilities

• Undertake research to develop and apply computational pipelines.
• Plan experimental work, manage objectives, and work with minimal supervision.
• Present scientific work at seminars, internal meetings, and external conferences.
• Draft scientific papers and contribute to publications.
• Assist in training PhD students and other LMB members.
• Contribute to laboratory discussions and group operations.

Training and Development

Postdoctoral training includes MRC training courses, external courses, and one‑to‑one training with supervisor.

• Develop personal development plan.
• Attend training courses.
• Identify additional training for career development.

Qualifications

• A master's degree in software, electrical, biomedical engineering or related quantitative discipline.
• Desirable: A PhD in a relevant subject.
• Excellent programming skills (Python, C++). Desirable: experience in software/hardware design and interest in neuroscience.
• Experience with SQL, high‑performance computing, signal processing highly desirable.

Policies and Expectations

• Carry out responsibilities in accordance with UKRI Code of Conduct, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Health and Safety, Data Protection.
• Job description reviewed annually and changes agreed with manager.

Benefits

The role offers a defined benefit pension scheme, holiday entitlement (30 days + 2.5 privilege days & 8 bank holidays), family friendly policies, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and salary sacrifice scheme.

Security clearance required for the position.