Information Scientist bei Edinburgh University Group
Edinburgh University Group · Edinburgh, Vereinigtes Königreich · Hybrid
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in Edinburgh
Grade UE07: £34,610 to £39,906 per annum, pro-rata if part time
Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies / SEBI-Livestock
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Fixed term: 3.5 years
We are seeking a detail-oriented Information Scientist to join our Monitoring & Learning Team, to discover, organise, classify, and maintain relevant livestock information required for monitoring sector change.
The Opportunity:
SEBI-Livestock (SEBI-L) is a dynamic and innovative organisation tasked with improving livestock data and evidence in low- and middle-income countries to support better informed decision making. In addition to convening the Livestock Data for Decisions (LD4D) network, we provide core data and monitoring services to the Gates Foundation to assist in the tracking of their livestock investments.
This role involves managing metadata, ensuring data accuracy, and improving data discoverability for users within SEBI-L, the Gates Foundation’s Livestock Pillar and livestock data users more broadly. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and experience with developing information catalogues. Information to be catalogued will include information relating to livestock datasets, livestock projects policy and agricultural census reports, and other sources to be defined.
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.
The salary for this post is £34,610 to £39,906 per annum.
Your skills and attributes for success:
- Educated to degree level or above in a relevant subject e.g. Library and Information Science, Data Management or a related field.
- Strong understanding of metadata management, data governance, and classification methodologies.
- Knowledge of relevant cataloguing and classification standards and reference tools (e.g., Dublin Core, AgMES, AGROVOC, NALT Core)
- Familiarity with database and data structures.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to data management (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
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Application Information:
Please include a CV and covering letter in your application.
As a valued member of our team you can expect:
- 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. 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)
The University may be able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. This will depend on a number of factors specific to the successful applicant.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 10/12/2025.
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Interviews are planned for w/c 12/01/2026.
About Company
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies (https://vet.ed.ac.uk/about/what-we-do) (opens in a new browser tab) is a one-of-a-kind centre of excellence in clinical activity, teaching and research. Our purpose-built campus, set against the Pentland Hills Regional Park, is home to over 800 staff and a thriving student community (https://vet.ed.ac.uk/education) (opens in a new browser tab).
The School comprises the Roslin Institute, three veterinary hospitals, a pathology unit, innovation centre and a range of research centres and services.
We represent one of the largest concentrations of animal science expertise in Europe, impacting local, regional, national and international communities in terms of economic growth, the provision of clinical services and the advancement of scientific knowledge.
Education
The School is widely accredited, enabling our graduates to practise across the globe. We are ranked among the best vet schools in the UK and internationally, evidencing our leadership in veterinary education, research and clinical practice.
The Roslin Institute collaborates closely in delivering research-led teaching to undergraduate veterinary students, and promoting clinical veterinary research and translation.
The School’s position as part of the College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine enables the translation of expertise and knowledge into human health and vice-versa.
Research Impact
In a joint submission to the latest UK Research Excellence Framework exercise, research at the School and Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) ranked number one in the UK for agriculture, food and veterinary sciences by combining ratings for each institution. The research environment was rated 100 per cent world leading or internationally excellent, as was the impact of our research on society.
Community
The School holds Athena SWAN Silver, and the Roslin Institute Gold. The campus is home to a thriving and diverse community of staff and students, with access to facilities including allotments, cycle facilities, fitness trails, restaurants and a gym.
