Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced biological database curation manager, with a strong publication track record, to become a faculty level Team Leader for the Protein Function Content Team at the European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI), located on the Wellcome Genome Campus, near Cambridge, in the UK.

The Protein Function Content Team Leader manages a team of expert biologists in curation of proteins as part of the international UniProt and Gene Ontology (GO) consortia, as well as other related data resources.
The team curates knowledge from the scientific literature and additionally evaluates machine learning (ML)-generated protein annotations.

The Team Leader will work with collaborators such as INSDC, Ensembl, PDB, Open Targets and IMEx on aspects of external large-scale data import into UniProt and GO. The Team Leader will also engage with the community from both academia and industry to enhance the utility of the service. Staff in the team work closely with the software development team to ensure high quality data services guided by user requirements. The team is highly international and collaborative.

Your role

The Team Leader will report to Sameer Velankar, Head of the Macromolecules, Structure, Chemistry and Bioimaging section, and will work closely with Alex Bateman Head of Protein Sequence Resource and Maria Martin, the Protein Function Development Team Leader who leads software development, external data integration and database release production. The Team Leader will collaborate closely with international colleagues on a number of projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

– Development of strategy for the team
– Management of staff members and budgets, ensuring delivery on key performance indicators
– Identifying and applying for grant funding opportunities.
– You will ensure good communication between the curators and database developers on site and among the collaborators.
– You will facilitate the development of novel AI/ML aided annotation and subsequent quality control, ensure efficient data flow and contribute to the development of new curation software tools.

The role will involve international travel to consortia meetings and to present the work of the team at international meetings as well as engagement with user communities. As an EMBL-EBI Team Leader, the post-holder will also actively engage with other Team Leaders to coordinate activities across the institute and across EMBL.

You have

Applicants should have a strong biological background (PhD level) in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline with prior management and practical experience within the field of knowledge management and curation of biological data, preferably in the protein field. Experience of applying AI methods such as Large Language Models in a curation setting will be useful. A track record in grant writing and securing funding is essential.

The post holder must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the capability for strategic thinking. The post holder will have excellent writing skills and be able to work to tight deadlines.

You might also have

Prior management and practical experience within the field of knowledge management and curation of biological data, preferably in the protein field.

Apply now! Benefits and Contract Information

– Financial incentives: depending on circumstances, monthly family/marriage allowance of £272 monthly child allowance of £328 per child. Non resident allowance up to £701 per month. Annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances
– Hybrid working arrangements
– Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (including all prescriptions and generous dental & optical cover)
– Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year, in addition to eight bank holidays
– Relocation package including installation grant (as applicable)
– Campus life: Free shuttle bus to and from work, on-site library, subsidised on-site gym and cafeteria, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely)
– Family benefits: On-site nursery, child sick leave, generous parental leave, holiday clubs on campus and monthly family and child allowances
– Contract duration: This position is a 5 year contract renewable up to 9 years
– Salary: Monthly salary starting at £5,848 after tax but excl. pension & insurances) + benefits (Total package will be dependent on family circumstances)
– International applicants: We recruit internationally and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions. Read more on our page for international applicants.
– Diversity and inclusion: At EMBL-EBI, we strongly believe that inclusive and diverse teams benefit from higher levels of innovation and creative thought. We encourage applications from women, LGBTQ+ and individuals from all nationalities.
– Job location: This role is based in Hinxton, near Cambridge, UK. You will be required to relocate if you are based overseas and you will receive a generous relocation package to support you.

How to Apply

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 60,000 - 80,000.

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