Machine Learning Software Developer

Grade UE06: £33,882 to £39,105 per annum

Medical School / IRR / Clinical Sciences

Full time: 35 hours per week

Fixed Term: for 24 months 

 

The Opportunity:

Founded in 2024, the Learning Model of Life is a cross-college initiative of The University of Edinburgh.  We are a constituent of the University’s Generative AI Lab (GAIL) and are supported by EPCC, the UK’s leading centre of Supercomputing and Data Science. 

We are now looking for an enthusiastic Software Developer to support this ground breaking program of research.  We are a constituent of the University's Generative AI Lab (GAIL) and are supported by EPCC, the UK's leading centre of Supercomputing and Data Science. You'll be instrumental in building and optimising automated tools that handle diverse clinical and biological datasets, which are crucial for the design, development, and training of advanced AI models. Your work will directly contribute to the future of biological science and genetic research. You will work in a vibrant academic environment at the University of Edinburgh, surrounded by experts in biology, medicine, computing, and machine learning. You'll have freedom to innovate, support to grow, and the opportunity to contribute to research that will transform the future of healthcare and beyond.

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. 

Your skills and attributes for success: 

• Relevant undergraduate degree, in a relevant discipline (e.g., artificial intelligence, computer science, software engineering).
• Experience and skill in data analyses. 
• Understanding of the principles of security and confidentiality of personal data in a research context.
• Ability to thrive in a rapidly changing environment with high ambiguity; self-starter mentality.
• Familiarity with Python, Pandas, NumPy, SQL, & Git amongst other.

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As a valued member of our team, you can expect: 

• A competitive salary of £33,882 - £39,105 per annum.
• 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, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. 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)

The University may be able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role.  This will depend on a number of factors specific to the successful applicant. 

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 6 December 2024.

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