Statistical Software Developer (Fixed Term)

The MRC Biostatistics Unit is offering an exciting opportunity for a statistical software developer interested in developing high quality statistical applications. The principal role of the job holder is to work closely with our researchers to convert cutting-edge statistical algorithms and methods into robust and user-friendly applications for wider use. This may include R/Bioconductor packages, Python packages, Shiny applications, web-based interfaces, Docker containers or Nextflow computational pipelines. 

The role holder will also help create test sets to ensure the applications are reproducible, robust and produce the results required. The successful candidate will support our researchers in hosting the applications in appropriate repositories/servers and contribute to the creation of technical documentation, tutorials, course materials and help pages. The role holder will also be the key contact in assisting users with Linux services.

Candidates for this position should have a degree in a quantitative relevant discipline. R/Bioconductor proficiency, bash scripting, and exposure to Linux OS is required. Proficiency in Python, Julia or in development of web-based data interactive (dashboards) applications with shiny is also desirable.

A cooperative approach to working is needed for this position, as well as an ability to communicate and interact with colleagues with other backgrounds.

The MRC Biostatistics Unit is one of Europe's leading biostatistics research institutions. Our focus is to deliver new analytical and computational strategies based on sound statistical principles for the challenging tasks facing biomedicine and public health.

The Unit is situated on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, one of the world's most vibrant centres of biomedical research, which includes the University of Cambridge's Clinical School, two major hospitals, the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, and the world headquarters of Astra Zeneca.

The Unit is actively seeking to increase diversity among its staff, including promoting an equitable representation of men and women. The Unit therefore especially encourages applications from women, from minority ethnic groups and from those with non-standard career paths. Appointment will be made on merit.

The Biostatistics Unit is committed to supporting hybrid working for all staff, but we do expect that staff will work from the office on a regular basis to help integration and to build our fantastic scientific community. Working entirely from the office is possible.

We welcome applications from those wishing to work part-time.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above.

Closing date for applications is: 1st April 2024 Interview date: To be confirmed

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.

Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and a CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.