ELIXIR Science Officer

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Data is transforming life science research. From understanding human health and disease to advancing biodiversity and molecular biology, the ability to find, access, share and reuse high-quality biological data is critical to scientific discovery. ELIXIR is Europe's life science data infrastructure, bringing together leading scientists, bioinformaticians, software developers and research organisations across more than 20 countries. We enable researchers to discover, access and analyse life science data at scale, supporting world-class science and innovation across Europe and beyond. We are looking for a Science Officer or Senior Science Officer to join our international team at the ELIXIR Hub in Hinxton, UK. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of science, technology and international collaboration. You will help coordinate and support some of Europe's most important life science data resources, working closely with experts across the ELIXIR network to strengthen the infrastructure that underpins modern biological research. Whether your background is in bioinformatics, data management, software development, scientific infrastructure or computational biology, this role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on how life science data is managed, shared and reused across Europe. Your role As a Science Officer, you'll play a key enabling role across ELIXIR's Platforms, connecting scientific and technical experts, coordinating activities, supporting strategic decision-making and helping ensure successful delivery of major initiatives. You will: Support the planning, coordination and delivery of activities across ELIXIR Platforms, including the Data and Compute Platforms. Help identify, coordinate and report on the Europe-wide network of ELIXIR Core Data Resources and Deposition Databases. Monitor and evaluate developments in data-centric life science research, infrastructure and emerging technologies. Prepare reports, publications, briefing materials and project documentation. Organise and support international meetings, workshops and community events. Build effective relationships across distributed teams and stakeholder communities throughout Europe. Contribute to training activities and community engagement initiatives. Travel across Europe to engage with ELIXIR Nodes, collaborators and stakeholders. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining scientific and technical understanding with coordination, organisation and collaboration. You will be equally comfortable discussing bioinformatics infrastructure with experts and ensuring projects remain on track through effective planning, communication and follow-through. Senior Science Officer opportunities Exceptional candidates may be appointed at Senior Science Officer (Grade 6) level. In addition to the responsibilities above, Senior Science Officers will: Lead international projects and work packages across the ELIXIR network. Take ownership of project planning, delivery, tracking and reporting. Independently identify emerging scientific and technical developments and help drive their adoption within ELIXIR. Mentor and support colleagues and community members across the organisation. You have To be successful in this role you will bring a university degree in the field of life science, computer science, or another scientific, technical or engineering discipline with solid interest in and experience of bioinformatics research. An advanced degree or equivalent experience in one of these fields is a plus. You should have some postgraduate experience in the practice of data-centric research in the life sciences and two or more of the following skills: Computer systems including authentication technologies, databases, data management and significant experience working in a Cloud or HPC environment. Scientific software development, particularly the use of widely used life science software tools and languages, deployment technologies, and workflow definition languages. Biological data management and use including the development of databases and the sharing & interpretation of complex data sets. Metadata, ontologies and the use of Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable (FAIR) resources to link disparate data sets. Experience with datasets and analytical problems in molecular biology, biodiversity or human health. As a Senior Science Officer (Grade 6) you should have several years of practical experience in application of these skills. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, self-motivated, and with an ability to work in multiskilled multidisciplinary teams and candidates at either grade should have these characteristics: Ability to set objectives and plan work independently using structured approaches based on agreed outcomes. Able to meet deadlines and manage priorities in a complex environment with competing demands, while maintaining oversight of multiple parallel activities Works to a high level

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