Demonstrator - Sequence Analysis and Omics

Birkbeck, University of London, is currently looking for a Demonstrator to support the teaching course on Sequence Analysis and Omics. This is an excellent opportunity to support the teaching team within the School of Natural Sciences.

As Demonstrator you will teach the following module:

• Sequence Analysis and Omics, Level 7
• 17-20 x 3 hours, Teaching Tuesdays and Thursdays 18.00-21.00
• 14th January – 27th March 2025.

Sequence Analysis and Omics covers classic topics in the analysis of biological sequences, with an emphasis on algorithms and their applications to problems in modern biology. Aspects of molecular evolution from sequence to structure and function are also discussed.

The second part of the module covers basics of high-throughput technologies, known collectively as “omics" (proteomics, genomics and transcriptomics) with a focus on next-generation sequencing data. Students are introduced to the basics (both theory and practice) of how omics data are obtained, stored, accessed and analysed in bioinformatics. The practicals include the use of existing software and servers, alongside the use of Unix commands, bash scripts and the R programming language (in Rstudio).

As a Demonstrator, you will assist in the delivery of predetermined programmes of teaching to Birkbeck students, under academic supervision, to facilitate the successful completion of their studies. You should engage in the scholarship necessary to ensure good practice in teaching, and to apply appropriate levels of knowledge.

Please refer to the person specification (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button) for selection criteria. Interviews will be held the week commencing 9th December.

If this sounds like the role for you, apply with us today!

Remuneration
Payment is based on an hourly rate depending on length of continuous service with the College (starting rate £23.96 per hour inclusive of pro-rata London Allowance and holiday pay) for contact hours worked. This hourly rate is based on the starting point of Grade 6.

Birkbeck offers a competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements and some of the most generous benefits in the HE sector, all while being located right in the heart of Bloomsbury, Euston, Central London.

Terms and Conditions
Fixed-term, part-time contract. Teaching Tuesdays and Thursdays 18.00-21.00. Please submit a CV for consideration.

Closing date: Sunday 1 December 2024.
Interview date: Monday 9 December 2024.

Enquiries
If you would like to know more about the role, please click on apply below or contact Joe Alkins, Teaching and Collaborations Manager, at j.alkins@bbk.ac.uk.

If you have technical issues or difficulties using the recruitment portal please contact jobs@bbk.ac.uk, providing your name and the job reference number of the position. While we are happy to respond to all informal enquiries, only formal applications through the online system will be considered.

We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holding an Athena SWAN award, membership of WISE, operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.

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