Overview

Join to apply for the EFI Data Visualisation Engineer role at The University of Edinburgh.

Grade UE07: £41,064 to £48,822 per annum (pro rata if part time).

CAHSS / Edinburgh Futures Institute

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Open-ended (permanent)

The Opportunity

Edinburgh Futures Institute is currently seeking to appoint a Data Visualisation Engineer to support research in data visualisation across the University through technical and conceptual advice as well as developing data visualisations. The main purpose of this role is to support research in data visualisation across the University through technical and conceptual advice as well as developing data visualisations. More specifically, the post-holder will work as a member of the EFI research technology support service within the Edinburgh Futures Institute (College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (CAHSS)) and will support (in-person and online) the EFI VisLab.

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

• Excellent skills in data analysis and visualisation, as well as interaction design
• Creativity, problem-solving and ability to use initiative
• Ability to develop software and websites (front- and back-end)
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Application Information

Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:

• CV
• Cover letter

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• 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, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives

Equality and Rights to Work

The University holds a Silver Athena SWAN award and is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Prior to employment you may need to evidence your right to work in the UK. The University may sponsor international workers where permitted. If the role is offered part-time, sponsorship considerations may vary.

Key Dates

The closing date for applications is 16 October 2025. Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. Interviews are anticipated 2-3 weeks after the advert closes.

About Us

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