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EMBL-EBI Hinxton

As soon as possible after closing date

We are looking for a highly motivated Java programmer to join the UniProt development team and work in the code redesign of ample components of the UniProt databases. The job consists of porting the C++ software that supports the generation of new and updated database records, parsing of flat files and loading and unloading operations into a new solid Java based framework. The Universal Protein Resource (UniProt) provides a central resource on protein information and a solid set of services and computational analysis of protein data. UniProt is produced by the UniProt Consortium – which is a collaboration between the European Bioinformatics Institute (EBI), the Protein Information Resource (PIR) and the Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics (SIB).

The ideal candidate should have a background in computer science and be proficient in Java programming with at least three years working experience. Good programming knowledge of C++ will be highly beneficial. Other desired skills include SQL and database programming. The post holder must have excellent communication, interpersonal and English skills, and must be able to work well in a team environment and have advanced English skills.

An initial contract of 3 years will be offered to the successful candidate. This can be renewed, depending on circumstances at the time of the review.

5 July 2009