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We have an exciting opportunity for bioinformatians. Birkbeck, University of London, is seeking a new colleague to join us as a Lecturer in Bioinformatics and expand to our teaching and research strengths in this area. The School of Natural Sciences is looking to appoint an exceptional lecturer in bioinformatics. Key areas of interest include machine learning/deep learning approaches, systems biology, proteomics or spatial transcriptomics. You will be part of a vibrant team of researchers in the natural sciences at Birkbeck, and with links to UCL through the ISMB, seeking to explore fundamental characteristics of living systems. You will benefit from an outstanding research environment, including access to our high-performance computing resources.
Job Responsibility
Contribute to the School through teaching, research, and administration
Lead an internationally recognised research programme focussed on an area of bioinformatics
Apply for external funds to support research activities
Contribute to our MSc Bioinformatics programme
Participate in other BSc and MSc programmes related to your area
Supervise undergraduate, MSc and PhD research students
Contribute to the organisation of teaching and research activities within the School
Be active in knowledge transfer and public engagement
Contribute to activities to support the strong collaborative culture of the School
Requirements
PhD in an area of bioinformatics, or a closely related subject
A sound working knowledge or R and/or Python is required for this role
Proven record of publishing high quality research
Experience in teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level
Understanding of Birkbeck, our principles of widening participation in higher education, and working with mature age, part time, and non-traditional learners from a diversity of backgrounds
Commitment to excellence in both research and teaching
Commitment to providing a rich learning experience to students with a wide range of skillsets
Interest in impact generating and public engagement activities
Ability to work collegially, with strong interpersonal, organizational and administration skills, to effectively manage teaching teams
Experience in the design, delivery and convening of courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level relevant to your background
Active researcher in an area directly relevant to bioinformatics
What we offer
Competitive salary and pension scheme
31 days paid leave
Flexible working arrangements
Generous benefits in the HE sector
Being located in the heart of Bloomsbury, Euston, London