Research Associate - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - University of Edinburgh

University of Edinburgh
University of Edinburgh
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Grade UE07:
£37,099 to £44,263 per annum (A revised salary range for this grade of £39,347 to £46,974 is planned to take effect from Spring 2024)

College of Science and Engineering / School of Informatics

Contract type:
Full-time (35 hours per week)

Fixed-term: until 31 July 2026

The Opportunity:

This post is full-time (35 hours per week), however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns.

We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.


Your skills and attributes for success:

  • A Ph.
D. (or equivalent experience) in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computational Neuroscience, or a related field.

  • A strong background in machine learning, signal processing, and algorithm development. Previous experience of working with biological data is of advantage but not essential.
  • Proficiency in Python is essential as the SpikeInterface framework is written in this programming language. Familiarity with relevant libraries and frameworks (e.g., numpy, scikitlearn, TensorFlow, PyTorch) is also required. Experience in software development, version control systems (e.g., Git) and software testing methodologies is desirable.
  • Effective communication and teamwork abilities, and the ability to communicate across disciplines.

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As a valued member of our team you can expect:
  • A competitive salary of £37,099 to £44,26
  • An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
  • To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
  • Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, familyfriendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our
    staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

Championing equality, diversity and inclusion


The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education.

We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.


Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK.

Further information is available on our
right to work webpages (opens new browser tab)

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