Scientific Data Curator Molecular Networks (AI-Assisted Curation)

About the role

Join the Molecular Networks team at EMBL-EBI and help build the next generation of biological knowledge resources used by researchers worldwide. Our team develops and operates internationally recognised data resources including IntAct and Complex Portal, which provide expertly curated information on molecular interactions and macromolecular complexes. These resources support systems biology, drug discovery, and biomedical research by making complex biological knowledge accessible through high-quality curation, modern data services, and programmatic APIs. We are seeking a Scientific Data Curator to contribute to the curation and integration of molecular interaction and macromolecular complex data. In this role, you will work at the intersection of biocuration, bioinformatics, and emerging AI-assisted curation technologies, helping to extract and structure biological knowledge from the scientific literature and integrate it into internationally used biological databases.

Responsibilities

• Curating molecular interaction and complex information from the scientific literature and direct user data depositions
• Capturing biological knowledge using controlled vocabularies, ontologies, and community data standards
• Validating and improving data extracted through AI-assisted literature mining tools
• Collaborating with software developers to improve biocuration tools and curation pipelines
• Contributing to the development and application of community standards for molecular interaction data
• Supporting data integration with other EMBL-EBI resources and international biological databases
• Engaging with the scientific community to ensure high-quality representation of experimental data

Requirements

• A PhD or MSc in molecular biology, bioinformatics, systems biology, or a related life science discipline
• Strong understanding of molecular biology, protein interactions, or cellular pathways
• Experience in analysing and interpreting scientific literature
• Familiarity with biological databases or bioinformatics resources
• Experience in data curation, knowledge representation, and biological data standards
• Strong interest in intelligent use of AI
• Experience in LLM use in a biological data context
• Ability to work with structured data and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and analytical skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an international team
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and English language skills
• You may also have Experience with biocuration and/or annotation of biological databases
• Experience with ontologies and controlled vocabularies (e.g. Gene Ontology or PSI-MI)
• Experience using bioinformatics tools or scripting languages (e.g. Python or R)
• Experience in text mining, natural language processing, or AI-assisted literature analysis
• Experience working with large biological datasets, and with analytical/visualisation tools such as Cytoscape
• Experience collaborating in international scientific projects or consortia

Contract and Salary

Contract length: 3 years, renewable to a maximum of 9 years.

Salary: Grade 5 or 6 (depending on qualifications and experience). Monthly salary from £3,452 or £3,861 after tax, plus generous benefits and financial allowances depending on individual circumstances. Excluding 12.99% personal pension and insurance contributions.

Interview

We plan to hold interviews via Zoom in December 2026.

Location

We are located on the Wellcome Genome Campus, alongside other prominent research and biotech organisations, and surrounded by beautiful Cambridgeshire countryside. This is a highly collaborative and inclusive community where our employees enjoy a relaxed atmosphere.

Why join us

Do something meaningful. At EMBL-EBI you can apply your talent and passion to accelerate science and tackle some of humankind's greatest challenges. EMBL-EBI, part of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory, is a worldwide leader in the storage, analysis and dissemination of large biological datasets. We provide the global research community with access to publicly available databases and tools which are crucial for the advancement of healthcare, food security, and biodiversity. Join a culture of innovation. We are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, supported and empowered to reach their professional potential.

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Enjoy lots of benefits

• Financial incentives: Monthly family, child and non-resident allowances, annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances
• Flexible working arrangements - including hybrid working patterns
• Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (including all prescriptions and generous dental & optical cover)
• Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year, in addition public holidays
• Relocation package including installation grant (conditions apply)
• Campus life: Free shuttle bus to and from work, on-site library, subsidised on-site gym and cafeteria, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely)
• Family benefits: On-site nursery, 10 days of child sick leave, generous parental leave, holiday clubs on campus and monthly family and child allowances
• Benefits for non-UK residents: Visa exemption, education grant for private schooling, financial support to travel back to your home country every second year and a monthly non-resident allowance

International applicants

We recruit internationally and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions. Please take a look at our International Applicants page for further information. EMBL is a signatory of DORA. Find out how we apply DORA principles to our recruitment and performance assessment processes here.

Diversity and inclusion

At EMBL, we believe that diverse teams drive innovation and scientific excellence. We encourage applications from candidates of all genders, identities, nationalities and/or any other diverse backgrounds.

Closing date

Applications will close at 23:59 CET on the date shown below. Closing Date 29/11/2026. We aim to provide a response within two weeks after the closing date.

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