Research Associate in DNA Data Storage
Job Description
Faculty / Department
Faculty of Engineering
Salary
£48,056 – £56,345 per annum
Location / Campus
South Kensington Campus – On site only
Contract Type / Work Pattern
Full time – Fixed term
Closing date
20-Oct-2024
About the role
We are looking for aspiring researchers who are interested in pursuing a PostDoc in the area of novel storage technology. The particular project the Research Associate is hired for revolves around DNA storage, i.e., how to store arbitrary information in synthetic DNA. The goal hence is to develop DNA encodings or to define how to map data to DNA while still enabling error free recovery.
What you would be doing
To develop new methods to encode data in DNA for different types of access methods
To design how a DNA storage deployment could look in the data centre
To develop encodings which address bit mapping, file mapping and error correction
What we are looking for
A PhD in Computing or Related subjects*
Experience of data analytics
Previous experience in a research laboratory environment related to AI/ML
Knowledge of DNA storage
Knowledge of basic research methods
Knowledge of general laboratory practice, techniques and instrumentation.
Please see job description for a full list of requirements.
Candidates who not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be hired at Research Assistant level: salary scale £43,003 – £46,297 per annum.
What we can offer you
The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution
Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 38 days off a year)
Further information
Full time, fixed term for 1 year to start ASAP, with the possibility of extension.
In addition to completing the online application candidates should attach:
A full CV
A cover letter outlining how your experience meets the above requirements.
For informal enquiries about the position please email Dr Thomas Heinis: [email protected]
For queries regarding the application process contact Jamie Perrins: [email protected]
Available documents
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Download: Job Description Research Associate.Pdf
Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.
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