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Postdoctoral Researcher – Liverpool

Department of Computer Science

You will join a BBSRC funded project “Tools for Motif Recognition in Fungi” to develop computational approaches for identification of functional regulatory motifs within fungal genomes. You should have a PhD in Bioinformatics/Computer Science or a related discipline, relevant postgraduate experience and skills in programming and empirical experimentation design. The post is available for 14 months.

Job Ref: R-568405/NS
Closing Date: 29 October 2008

For full details, or to request an application pack, visit www.liv.ac.uk/working/job_vacancies/ or e-mail jobs@liv.ac.uk

Tel 0151 794 2210 (24 hr answerphone)
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Xbox 360 PS3 Software Developer/Support C++ & object oriented skills + DirectX + HLSL/Cg + Assembly.
Cambridge based Software house are looking for a support/software programmer to work on their latest next generation gaming projects.
Cambridgeshire based gaming company are looking for a software Developer/Support with solid C++ & object oriented technical skills. Working on the latest next generation gaming projects, this is an amazing opportunity to establish your career with one of the industries best and be involved in the full software development lifecycle of the latest cutting edge releases for the: PS3, Nintendo Wii and XBOX360 releases.
The successful candidates will be trained up on the company’s internally developed multiple platform engine and a comprehensive set of support tools. This technology not only allows successful development of quality games on time and on budget, but it allows developers to rapidly prototype new ideas.
The successful candidate will have software development experience for major consoles and platforms, including some of the following: Microsoft Xbox 360, Nintendo DS, Nintendo GameBoy Advance, Nintendo Wii, PC, Sony PlayStation 2, Sony PlayStation 3 and Sony PSP.
Working with a team of industry veterans this is a fantastic time to join one of the UK’s market leading games designers which is fast becoming one of the most successful and highly respected video game developers in the world.
The ideal Candidate will be degree educated in computer science, mathematics or relevant subject with a passion for games development. Ideally you will have at least 12 months commercial experience within the gaming industry using at least two of the following skill sets: C, C++, OO, Lua Script, 3DS Max, java and Open GL.
Rewards include a fantastic salary and company benefits package. The company offer extensive job training and individually-tailored development programs to all successful candidates. An exciting office environment is on offer and whether you’re a graduate or an experienced industry guru my client will encourage your ideas and contribution and take your skills and expertise to the next level in your career.
For more information on this role you can contact Kieron McDaid at Paramount Recruitment on 0121 616 5157

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Paramount clinical research:Experienced Statistician, Cambridge

A fantastic role has arisen for an experience statistician to join an international clinical research organisation based in Cambridge. This excellent opportunity offers a statistician the chance to further their career in challenging and exciting role.

As the statistician you role will be to collection, analyze, interpret and present data for all phases of clinical trials. Your responsibilities will include the analysis of clinical data from various clinical studies, validating SAS programs for various clinical studies and developing Statistical Analysis Plans for assigned clinical studies. You will also need to review assigned clinical protocols to provide statistical methodology sections and generate randomization of assigned projects. In addition you will be responsible for training and mentoring the SAS programmers and should be able to communicate on a variety of levels as you will be liaising with clients and other departments.

As a successful candidate you should have an MSc in Statistics or related discipline. Ideally two years+ as a statistician for a clinical research organisation or pharmaceutical company, with a sound knowledge of SAS is also required. You should also have a good knowledge or ICP-GCP and experience training and mentoring junior members of staff. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are also an advantage.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for an internationally renowned clinical research organisation within and develop your career.

In return you will be presented with a friendly working, generous salary and competitive benefits package and much more.

For further information on this role, or similar roles please contact Vicky Pitt on 0121 616 5021.

KEYWORDS: Data, Data Coordinator, Data Manager, Data Management, Programming, Programmer, SAS, Statistician, Biostatistics, Statistics ,Bio-Statistics, Bio-Statistician Biostatistician, Clinical research Organization, Clinical Research, Clinical Study, Pharmaceuticals

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Study Co-ordination Manager – Cambridge

MRC Epidemiology Unit, Cambridge

The Medical Research Council Epidemiology Unit is based within the new Institute of Metabolic Science (IMS) building at the Addenbrokes site, Cambridge, and studies the genetic and environmental determinants of obesity, type 2 diabetes and related metabolic disorders. Due to the expansion of the Unit we are seeking to recruit the following position: Study Co-ordination Manager

(Ref: EPID08/592)
36 hours per week

This exciting post gives you the opportunity to oversee the co-ordination of clinical research projects and clinical trials across all the scientific programme areas of the Unit.You will liaise with Principal Investigators and members of the Functional Group to implement and support the processes of study co-ordination.

You will have the opportunity to lead on the continued development of these processes and be responsible for ensuring that the Units studies and trials adhere to the latest research governance procedures and practices.You will manage the study co-ordination and support team as well as offer support to other members of the Unit (such as CDFs and PhD students) in their study co-ordination role.

We seek someone with a degree or equivalent in a relevant biological, clinical science or health related research area together with considerable senior management experience in an NHS/medical research/academic clinical research environment. Experience of running large multi-centred clinical trials or studies and a thorough understanding of good clinical research practise and the latest research governance are essential, as is experience of line management for a team of staff and a sound knowledge of IT systems in relation to study co-ordination.

If you would like an informal discussion regarding both positions, please contact Susie Hennings on 01223 330315, email: susie.hennings@mrc-epid.cam.ac.uk

This position offers a flexible pay and reward policy, 30 days annual leave and optional membership of MRC’s final salary pension scheme.

Applications for this roles must be made online at http://jobs.mrc.ac.uk inputting the appropriate reference. If you do not have internet access or experience technical difficulties please call 01793 301260.

Closing date: 3 November 2008.

For further information about the MRC visit www.mrc.ac.uk

The Medical Research Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Major Hazards Assessor – Buxton

Buxton, Derbyshire

A unique multidisciplinary organisation, the Health & Safety Laboratory (HSL) enjoys an international reputation for scientific, technical and research expertise.

Joining the Major Hazards team within our Fire & Process Safety Unit, your role will be to carry out consequence modelling and risk analysis for the major hazard industries. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to incident investigation and research related to risk reduction measures, pressure systems and fire engineering. In addition, this wide-ranging challenge will see you contribute to our growing portfolio of work for non-HSE clients, especially those in the energy sectors and in collaborative European research.

With a scientific or engineering background, you should combine a good degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject with an understanding of how physics, mathematics and engineering underpin process safety and major hazards assessment. Strong data analysis and communication skills are equally important, together with the ability to work flexibly as part of a team.

A first class benefits package, generous leave allowances, opportunities for professional development and a pioneering working environment are on offer.

For further information and to apply, please visit www.hsl.gov.uk/recruitment or www.hse.gov.uk/careers and click on job profiles and current vacancies. Closing date: 13 November 2008.
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HSL is an agency of the Health & Safety Executive
HSL is an equal opportunities employer and values a diverse workforce

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Computational Biologist – Bracknell

Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology. The company is a leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market. Sales in 2007 were approximately $9.2 billion. Syngenta employs over 21,000 people in more than 90 countries. Syngenta is listed on the Swiss Stock Exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). Further information is available at www.syngenta.com

Jealott’s Hill, Bracknell, Berkshire

As the principal in-house expert in your field, you’ll provide a focused computational biology service for scientists at all our European Crop Protection Research sites. With plenty of scope to bring new thinking and determine how your subject fits into the bigger picture of biology, you’ll provide data, tools and analysis, and manage the delivery of projects to meet scientific requirements.

A postgraduate in biological sciences, you will have a strong computational biology background and a proven track record of applying computational techniques to solve biological problems through the integration of complex data sets. A results-driven approach is essential, as are good project management and interpersonal skills.

In return, you can expect the rewards and opportunities associated with a leader in its field.

To apply online, please visit www.syngenta.com and navigate to our current vacancies via the career page.

Closing date: 14th November 2008.

Producer Project Manager Interactive Media Developer. Keywords: Flash, Action Script, AS3, C#, .NET, C++, PHP, Python, Java Hertfordshire Essex
A fantastic opportunity has a risen for a Project Manager / Producer to help drive the development forward of new cutting edge interactive media projects. Joining a world renowned and highly creative media agency in Hertfordshire, your key role will be to help provide innovative strategies and solutions for world leading healthcare organisations.

Working with a team of designers and software developers you will help identify new and creative solutions for clients, whilst ensuring deadlines are met and production of all interactive projects are to a high standard.

The successful candidate will be involved in research and development of new technologies, looking to incorporate these into future projects.

This is an amazing opportunity to work alongside an award winning team comprising of 3D designers, and highly experienced professionals in the fields of special effects and the latest 3D technologies. This role would be ideal for an experienced Flash Developer, with management/team leading experience hoping to take their career to the next level. If you enjoy assisting with business development projects, have the technical know how and can work with various project managers on a weekly basis.. Then I want to hear from you!

Rewards include a fantastic salary and benefits package including: company pension scheme, staff bonuses and private healthcare. You will be welcomed into a fast paced working environment, where creative thinking is encouraged and results are rewarded.

For more information on this role you can contact Kieron Mc Daid at Paramount Recruitment on 0121 616 5157

Keywords:
C#
.NET
C++
PHP
Python
Java
SWF Studio or ADOBE AIR

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Lecturer/Senior Lecturer – Hertfordshire

School of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics, and Centre for Astrophysics Research

We wish to appoint a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer with a strong research record in extragalactic astronomy and which complements our existing research within this area (see http://star.herts.ac.uk for research details and links to the School of Physics, Astronomy & Mathematics).

You will also contribute to a range of degree courses within the School of Physics, Astronomy & Mathematics.

The post is available from 1 January 2009, or as soon as possible thereafter.

Informal enquiries to Professor Sean Ryan, Head of School (telephone: 01707 286068, email s.g.ryan@herts.ac.uk) or Professor James Hough (telephone 01707 284500, email j.h.hough@herts.ac.uk).

The University offers a range of benefits including a final salary pension scheme, professional development, family friendly policies, child care vouchers, waiving of course fees for the children of staff at UH, discounted memberships at the Hertfordshire Sports Village and generous annual leave.

You can apply online at www.herts.ac.uk/jobs or request an application pack from Human Resources on 01707 284802 (24hr automated voicemail).

The completed application forms should be accompanied by a full CV and details of your research experience and research plans.

Closing date: 28 November 2008

Quote Reference: EN8677NS

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Software Coder : Key words: software, Visual Studio, scientific instrument control
Fantastic opportunity for an experienced and talented software engineer!

You will be expected to code – utilising Visual Studio – to affect the control of complex scientific hardware. In addition you will also be expected to write code controlling data acquisition parameters and to enable subsequent data processing and manipulation.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years (or equivalent) experience writing software in a commercial instrumentation environment. Studio, scientific instrument control

Computer Scientist HPC – Reading – Defence

Benefits include: Home-owner & Non-homeowner relocation assistance, minimal contribution final salary pension scheme and significant professional development opportunities.

To advise and implement the optimal exploitation by Applications of High Performance Computer Systems

Key accountabilities
To apply Computer Science expertise to optimise the use of High Performance Computing (HPC) Systems
To advise & assist in the optimal design, code, test, installation of HPC Applications & Tools
To develop expertise in application performance characterisation, through for example, synthetic benchmarks
To maintain an awareness of emerging HPC technologies
To take part in the benchmarking, porting & tuning of applications for HPC systems
To support HPC pre- & post- processing software developments, including meshing and visualisation

Responsibilities
Understand and apply responsibilities with regard to the Company’s Environment, Health, Safety, Security and Quality Standards as appropriate to an office environment

Qualifications
Good Honours degree in Computing or an Engineering/Scientific subject, preferably Postgrad or an equivalent combination or qualifications and/or experience

Knowledge
A knowledge of scientific computing in a HPC environment
A knowledge of HPC performance tuning and possibly visualisation techniques
Understanding of current trends and future directions in high performance computing

Experience
Using Unix-like HPC systems preferred
Development of small to medium scale scientific programs, preferably working in a development team on large scale projects
An appreciation of working in a classified environment would be useful

Skills
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and across disciplines in particular must work well with scientists & engineers
Development, tuning and maintenance of Fortran and/or C Software

Behaviours
Self motivated
Able to work independently and unsupervised
Adaptable, project orientated style of working, working effectively with others towards common goals
Professional manner

Special Requirements
Willing to travel both in the UK and overseas

All selected candidates will be required to undergo security clearance. The MoD rules state that in order to have access to this level of information, candidates “must be British as defined in the British Nationality Act 1981″. (It is important to note that this rule sets apart from most other MoD/Government departments/agencies, where you may have been previously employed/considered.)

Data Visualisation Specialist – Reading – Defence

Benefits include: Home-owner & Non-homeowner relocation assistance, minimal contribution final salary pension scheme and significant professional development opportunities.

To develop and maintain software for graphical interpretation of Scientific/Engineering Computations

Key accountabilities
Work in a team responsible for creating visualisation techniques for some of the most challenging and complex natural phenomena simulated on High Performance Computing (HPC)
To design, code, test, install, document and maintain software modules
To respond to user requests and queries
Collaborate with other leading visualisation groups in Europe and the USA

Responsibilities
Understand and apply responsibilities with regard to the Company’s Environment, Health, Safety, Security and Quality Standards
Responsible for installing, configuring and troubleshooting software and hardware
Responsible for effective communications at several levels and across disciplines
Ability to produce and maintain good quality Documentation

Qualifications
Good Honours degree in Computing or an Engineering/Scientific subject, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and/or experience

Knowledge
A good appreciation of High Performance Computing and visualisation or graphics techniques
Understanding of user service provision

Experience
Using Unix systems
High Performance Computing applications and systems preferred
Some experience in a classified environment is desirable

Skills
Ability to work well with scientists & engineers
Ability to work in a team
Development and/or maintenance of Fortran and/or C Software

Behaviours
Behaviour to a professional standard, responsible attitude to security
Committed to delivering secure IT solutions as part of a customer focused team
Must be flexible, self-motivated with the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently
Methodical problem resolution skills with the ability to identify problems, seek relevant data, analyse and evaluate appropriate options for corrective action

Special Requirements
Willing to travel both in the UK and overseas

All selected candidates will be required to undergo security clearance. The MoD rules state that in order to have access to this level of information, candidates “must be British as defined in the British Nationality Act 1981″. (It is important to note that this rule sets apart from most other MoD/Government departments/agencies, where you may have been previously employed/considered.)

Deputy Telecommunications Manager – Reading – Defence

Benefits include: Home-owner & Non-homeowner relocation assistance, minimal contribution final salary pension scheme and significant professional development.

Assist in the management, protection and future development of the telecommunications systems.

Key accountabilities
To ensure efficient running of all telecommunications safety related systems
To identify any issues that may impact on telecommunications safety related systems both from within the section, the larger company and externally
To identify points of failure and instigate Service Improvement Plans
To ensure that organisation meets its communications capability requirements

Responsibilities
To be the Deputy Facility Manager for Systems, responsible for approving all telecommunications installations within sites and ensuring the safe running of the telecommunications systems
Responsible for ensuring the Company’s compliance with legal requirements and MoD policy and auditing against it
Responsible for contributing towards the development and maintenance of the Telecommunications Strategy
Responsible for contributing towards the development and maintenance of the Telecommunications Business Continuity plan
Liaison with MoD Installation Design Authority working within MoD installation guidelines
Assisting with the configuration management of, and physical changes to Telecommunications Systems
Capturing requirements, designing, design review, planning and managing the installation of new telecommunications systems

Qualifications
Some qualifications on Telecommunications, specifically Mitel equipment and IP Networks is preferred
A degree or good formal technical qualification in Electronics, Communications, Computing or Telecommunications is preferred

Knowledge
Good working knowledge of voice and data communications equipment and practice, particularly in modern PABXs
Good working knowledge of multiple suppliers equipment is preferable
Extensive knowledge in the operation of Voice Mail and Call Logging Platforms and experience in the practical implementation of telecommunications, probably gained with a supplier or in a service section of a large organisation
Conversant in the relevant protocols and procedures for the correct operation of video conferencing
Good knowledge of one or more of the following: voice mail systems, call logging systems, video conferencing systems
Awareness of structured cabling practices
A good understanding of the challenges faced within converged networks
Good general understanding of TCP/IP and Ethernet
A basic knowledge and understanding of computer operating systems

Experience
Knowledge of common faults within voice and VoIP
Experience in operating Video Conferencing Platforms
Proven experience in managing work in a critical system
Experience of telecommunications within MoD or similar environment is preferable
Some experience of facility management is preferable
Some experience of supplier management is preferable

Skills
Good customer facing skills
Computer skills associated with proprietary software such as databases, spreadsheets and word processing and other Business System Software
Skills in the configuration, data fill, operation and maintenance of voice exchanges
Skills in the operation of ISDN video conferencing and video over IP
The ability to learn new knowledge and skills quickly and effectively
Good verbal and written communication

Behaviours
The ability to self motivate and organise own workload is essential
Working within the agreed behaviours
Working effectively with others towards common goals
Clear, concise, fluent and unambiguous in exchange of information at all levels
A resilient and outgoing personality is preferable

Special Requirements
Willingness to travel both within the UK and overseas

Due to the nature of work undertaken, candidates are required to achieve security clearance, which requires all candidates be of British nationality.

Digital Hardware Engineer – Reading – Defence

Benefits include: Home-owner & Non-homeowner relocation assistance, minimal contribution final salary pension scheme and significant professional development opportunities.

To be a member of a group involved in the research and development of High Integrity Electronic Systems. To research, design, develop, analyse and verify high consequence sub-systems.

Key accountabilities
To provide the required level of capability in the area of Weapons Electrical System (WES), including development of relevant individual and team skills.
To assist in the production, management and execution of appropriate programmes to ensure that high integrity control system capability is developed and maintained.

Responsibilities
Knowledge and Understanding of producing embedded Systems
Knowledge and Understanding of producing real time Systems
Deliver digital technology demonstrators to time and specification
Investigate industrial digital electronic design techniques
Investigate micro controller options
Plan and organise the development of high quality systems for use in WES applications.
Support requirements analysis, including liaison with customers.
Ensure that systems are developed in accordance with relevant processes, standards and Customer Quality
Assurance requirements.
Supervise trainee staff- ensure their performance and development is actively managed to meet current and future business needs.
Maintain good understanding of company and local issues.
Lead and be involved in collaborative projects with external labs, UK industry and academia

Qualifications
PhD or good 1st degree in software engineering, electronics, applied mathematics or other related subject.
Working towards Chartered Membership of an appropriate Institute.

Knowledge
Detailed technical knowledge of developing high consequence electronic systems through a process driven approach.
Highly computer literate with an understanding of analogue, digital electronics or embedded software engineering and sound working knowledge of DOS/windows/Linux is essential.
Literate and numerate with report writing skills and familiarity with Microsoft office.

Experience
Demonstrable experience of developing electronic systems in a Quality Assurance environment driven by a process lead culture is essential.
Demonstrate extensive experience in developing embedded systems using Systems Engineering approaches and highlight areas where they have contributed to process enhancements would be desirable.

Skills
Ability to understand detailed technical specifications and requirements of Warhead Electrical Systems.
Good interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate competently at all levels.
Able to present their own and other’s work both written and orally.
Self reliant and able to work within a multi-disciplinary environment, including liaison with customers and contractors

Behaviours
Professional commitment to continuous development.
Committed to working within a Team.

All selected candidates will be required to undergo security clearance. The MoD rules state that in order to have access to this level of information, candidates “must be British as defined in the British Nationality Act 1981″. (It is important to note that this rule sets apart from most other MoD/Government departments/agencies, where you may have been previously employed/considered.)

C/C++ Mathematical Software Developer Cambridge East Anglia. C++ software engineer is needed to join a well established start up company in Cambridge. Working alongside a 1st Class team of C++ software and hardware engineers you will have the opportunity to learn from some of the industries best with an outstanding track record in the entire product development cycle. In particular, my client is looking for a C/C++ software engineer with a solid academic background in mathematics hoping to kick start their commercial career!

This position is ideal for someone with limited programming experience but wanting to move into a software development role within a commercial environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background (2:1 or above) in Computer Science, Mathematics or relevant discipline with experience in C and/or C++ programming. You must have proven ability to write robust, maintainable code in C or C++ on Linux or Unix platforms. The successful candidate will have excellent writing and communication skills with a passion for learning new technologies. You must have a strong mathematical background with good analytical and problem solving skills.

The Company offers a fantastic salary and benefits package including private medical cover and contributory pension scheme. In addition, you will be rewarded with a relaxed and exciting office environment with ‘REAL’ flexi-time hours. This position offers many opportunities to progress rapidly within a fast growing company and the chance to lead and manage future development projects.
For further details on this role contact Kieron McDaid at Paramount Recruitment on 0121 6165157.

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