Data Scientist NIHR BioResource (Fixed Term)

Overview

The University of Cambridge is seeking a Data Scientist for the Department of Haematology within the NIHR BioResource Research Group. This full-time, fixed-term position is based on-site at the Cambridge Biomedical Campus and is available until 31 March 2028 in the first instance. The primary purpose of the role is to provide data to academic and industry researchers through cohort discovery by mining phenotypic and genomic data, and to manage metadata assets for NIHR BioResource projects.

What you get

The position offers an annual salary ranging from 35,608 to 46,049 GBP. Employment benefits provided by the University include an attractive pension scheme with an employer contribution of 14.5 percent, 41 days of annual holiday inclusive of public holidays, and extensive training and development opportunities. The standard appointment is 37 hours per week, though part-time arrangements up to 80 percent may be considered, and discussions regarding flexible and hybrid working options are welcomed.

Requirements

Applicants must have experience in manipulating big or genomics data, analyzing and integrating different data types, and using metadata standards and vocabularies. Ideal candidates possess in-depth knowledge of phenotypic and genomic data, database modelling with proficiency in MySQL and No-SQL or equivalent, proven programming ability in Python utilizing libraries such as Pandas and Numpy, and good knowledge of Linux and shell scripting. Additionally, candidates should be able to prioritize work efficiently, meet deadlines, and work unsupervised. The appointment requires a Research Passport application.

How to apply

Interested candidates must apply online and upload a covering letter and a CV. The covering letter must outline how the applicant matches the criteria for the post and the reasons for applying, as any unrequested additional documents will not be considered. Applicants must also provide referee details, including telephone numbers and email addresses, with one referee required to be the most recent line manager.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 18 November 2026.