Research Assistant Intern (Industry Programme) EMBL - European Molecular Biology Laboratory

Location:	EMBL-EBI, Hinxton near Cambridge, UK
Staff Category:	Trainee
Contract Duration:	4 months
Closing Date:	16 February 2014
Reference Number:	EBI_00353

An exciting opportunity is available for a postgraduate looking to gain experience working on a public/private pre-competitive industry project at the European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI).   Reporting to the Industry Programme Manager, you will contribute to background research on the documentation of informatics resources to support rare diseases research for industry.  This will involve investigating existing resources and identifying gaps, bottlenecks and opportunities for further development.   Ideally you will start in mid to late February and you must be available for a workshop that will take place in Hinxton on 27-28 March 2014.   A small monthly allowance will be provided.   EMBL-EBI is part of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) and is located on the Wellcome Trust Genome Campus near Cambridge in the UK. We are a world-leading bioinformatics centre providing biological data to the scientific community with expertise in data storage, analysis and representation. At EMBL-EBI we provide a dynamic, international working environment and have close ties with both the University of Cambridge and the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute. EMBL-EBI staff enjoy many benefits including excellent sports facilities, a free shuttle bus to Cambridge and other nearby centres, an active sports and social club and an attractive working environment set in 55 acres of parkland.

Qualifications and Experience

Required: Postgraduate qualification in a life sciences field Familiarity with Bioinformatics resources Good verbal and written communication skills as you will interact with industry partners and group leaders within EMBL-EBI Desirable Experience giving presentations

Application Instructions

Please apply online through www.embl.org/jobs

Additional Information

EMBL is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organisation. Please note that appointments on fixed term contracts can be renewed, depending on circumstances at the time of the review.   We welcome applicants from all nationalities. Visa information will be discussed in more depth with applicants selected for interview.