Programme Officer for Data Services

EBI - European Bioinformatics Institute

Programme Officer for Data Services

EMBL-EBI - European Bioinformatics Institute

Hinxton, United Kingdom

Job Number: EBI02311
Contract Type: Staff Member
Contract Duration-Length of Time (years/months): 3 years (renewable up to 9 years)
Advertised Grade-Grading: Grade 5 (monthly salary starting at £3,229.13 after tax but excl. pension & insurances) + other paid benefits based on personal circumstances
Closing date: 15 December 2024

About the team/job

EMBL-EBI data resources are used in every country around the world, with more than 40 billion requests for data made annually from over 42 million IP addresses. Scientists are using EMBL-EBI data resources every day as essential tools for advancing research.

As Programme Officer for Data Services you'll have the opportunity to support scientists across the globe using the power of biological data to push the boundaries of science and tackle global challenges.

A key part of this multifaceted role will be building highly collaborative relationships across 25 Service Teams as well as other key stakeholders within the institute at EMBL-EBI, its parent organisation EMBL and external bodies such as funders and collaborators.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is motivated by delivering open infrastructure in support of life sciences research, in a highly collaborative organisation delivering a high-impact public service mission.

Your role

In this position as Programme Officer for Data Services, reporting to the Senior Programme Manager in the EMBL-EBI Deputy Director's office, your support will ensure these globally leading services are managed in an efficient and joined-up way, working to deliver wider institutional strategic objectives that maximise the impact and sustainability of data services.

The programme officer's responsibilites include

  • Supporting the management of the EMBL-EBI data services portfolio, working closely with the Senior Programme Manager, Service Section Heads and Deputy Director;
  • Leading the development of processes to manage an integrated portfolio of services and applying those processes on an ongoing basis;
  • With the data services team leaders and section heads, identifying opportunities for improvement and simplification across data services, supporting the development of project proposals and then monitoring agreed projects;
  • Supporting the preparation of funding applications;
  • Leading on reporting to data service funders;
  • Working with internal support teams such as grants, finance, legal and IT, as well as external stakeholders to meet the above objectives;
  • Supporting delivery of events such as workshops, webinars, funding reviews, awaydays and visits by external stakeholders;
  • Contributing to institutional responses to consultation requests from governments, funding agencies, societies pertaining to the EMBL-EBI service mission;
  • Working closely with the Impact manager to curate data on delivery, user trends and impact case studies;
  • Working closely with the Data Services Global Engagement Manager to ensure services are operating inclusively and delivering equitable benefit to all users;
  • Coordinating and collaborating on the above activities with colleagues at both EMBL-EBI and broadly across EMBL.

You have

  • Undergraduate degree in the life sciences or other subject that is relevant to the remit of EMBL- EBI;
  • Experience with grant funding cycles - applications, grant management and post-award engagement with funders;
  • At least two years' experience in a related role (for example, in portfolio, product or research management);
  • A high degree of ability in handling numerical or financial data and demonstrated attention to detail;
  • Good organisational skills, the ability to prioritise different tasks and to manage your own workload;
  • The ability to handle confidential information and all situations with diplomacy and tact;
  • Excellent networking skills and demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships across teams;
  • Excellent written English language skills;
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

You might also have

  • A Ph.D. or Masters relevant to work undertaken at EMBL-EBI, or equivalent work experience in a scientific or technical environment;
  • A high level of independent working and initiative;
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft office packages, including Word and Excel.

Why join us

Do something meaningful

At EMBL-EBI you can apply your talent and passion to accelerate science and tackle some of humankind's greatest challenges. EMBL-EBI, part of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory, is a worldwide leader in the storage, analysis and dissemination of large biological datasets. We provide the global research community with access to publicly available databases and tools which are crucial for the advancement of healthcare, food security, and biodiversity.

Join a culture of innovation

We are located on the Wellcome Genome Campus, alongside other prominent research and biotech organisations, and surrounded by beautiful Cambridgeshire countryside. This is a highly collaborative and inclusive community where our employees enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. We are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, supported and empowered to reach their professional potential.

Enjoy lots of benefits

  • Financial incentives: Monthly family, child and non-resident allowances, annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances;
  • Flexible working arrangements including the option to work 0.8 FTE (4 days per week);
  • 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 (if required);
  • 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, 10 days of child sick leave, generous parental leave, holiday clubs on campus and monthly family and child allowances;
  • Benefits for non-UK residents: Visa exemption, education grant for private schooling, financial support to travel back to your home country every second year and a monthly non-resident allowance.

For more details please see our employee benefits page.

What else you need to know

  • Contract duration: This position is a 3 year fixed-term contract;
  • 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;
  • EMBL is a signatory of DORA. Find out how we implement best practices in research assessment in our recruitment processes here;
  • 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: To apply please submit a cover letter and a CV through our online system;
  • Interviews: anticipated to take place 15th or 20th January 2025. Exact details will be confirmed with the selected candidates.

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