Research Software Engineer Visa Sponsorship Uk

Engineering
Uk
April 15, 2025
£40 - £48 / year
Full Time
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Job Description

Research Software Engineer
Grade UE07: £40,497 – £48,149 per annum
Full-time, 35 hours per week
Fixed Term – 24 months (funding concludes 30 September 2027)
Location: School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh

About the Role

The School of Informatics at the University of Edinburgh invites applications for a Research Software Engineer to support the newly launched Biomedical Data Intelligence Hub.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a new initiative dedicated to advancing AI-driven research in biology and medicine. You’ll be joining a dynamic environment that combines cutting-edge data science with real-world biomedical applications.

About the Biomedical Data Intelligence Hub

The Hub is a research and training support unit working in partnership with the UKRI Centre for Doctoral Training in Biomedical AI, which funds over 40 PhD students across disciplines such as medical informatics, biotechnology, medical imaging, and more. The Hub aims to accelerate and enhance these projects by delivering expert software engineering and computational support.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, deploy, and maintain robust software stacks to support biomedical AI research
  • Implement algorithms and optimize code for performance and scalability
  • Collaborate with a team of Data Scientists and researchers across various domains
  • Leverage a dedicated, state-of-the-art GPU server for computationally intensive tasks
  • Help design and establish the Hub’s technical infrastructure from the ground up
  • Provide technical mentorship and guidance to doctoral students in the Centre
  • Engage in interdisciplinary collaborations with the Schools of Biological Sciences, Genetics and Cancer, Usher Institute, NHS, and others

We’re Especially Interested in Candidates Who…

  • Are eager to apply and grow their skills within a newly formed, high-impact AI team
  • Have a passion for well-designed, maintainable, and collaborative codebases
  • Can foster an inclusive, supportive research environment through mentorship and teamwork

Projects span diverse data modalities—such as genomic, cellular, imaging, neural, molecular, and healthcare datasets—ensuring a wide-ranging and intellectually stimulating experience.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

  • A degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Computer Science, AI, Statistics)
  • Experience in a research software engineering role
  • Proven ability to work within interdisciplinary teams
  • Proficiency in relevant programming languages and technical documentation
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong time management and multitasking capabilities
  • A keen ability to translate novel ideas into practical solutions

What We Offer

  • A competitive salary and benefits package
  • A creative, inclusive, and collaborative working environment
  • Extensive opportunities for professional development and networking
  • The chance to contribute to impactful research that improves lives
  • Access to a vibrant international academic and cultural community in Edinburgh, one of Europe’s most beautiful and livable cities

Application Details

To apply, please include:

  • A CV
  • A cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the role

Application deadline: 6 May 2025
(Deadline closes at 11:59pm GMT; this will adjust to your local time zone if applying from outside the UK.)

For informal inquiries, please contact Centre Director Diego Oyarzún at d.oyarzun@ed.ac.uk with a brief statement of interest and CV.

Additional Information

Visa sponsorship is available for this role.

Employment is subject to proof of right to work in the UK.

The University of Edinburgh is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and proudly holds a Silver Athena SWAN award. We are also members of the Race Equality Charter and Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions.

Explore our full staff benefits package here and use our reward calculator to estimate the total value of your compensation.

Ready to help drive the future of AI in biomedicine?
Apply now and be part of a transformative initiative at one of the world’s leading universities.

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