About the role

We curate and distribute the Cambridge Structural Database (CSD) and associated software used by thousands of organizations across the globe for molecular discovery and design. Our mission is to advance structural science for the public benefit.

We operate as a not-for-profit company and registered charity. Although independent, we are a University of Cambridge Partner Institute. We offer an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary in a lively and friendly organization of around 100 staff worldwide.

Our activities span scientific research, software development, financial, IT systems, commercial, and support.

We strive to provide a unified, connected data experience through a FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable) inspired platform where users can easily interrogate all structural and property information in the expanding data universe. Data reimagined. We need great people in every team to continue this mission. Please take a look at our open opportunities â we look forward to hearing from you.

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Role

Technology & IT MySQL Open Vacancies Technology remote

Likely questions

Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Open Vacancies role.
How would you approach your first 30 days at CCDC - The Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre?
Which of MySQL, Open and Vacancies have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

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A recent example that proves your experience with MySQL, Open and Vacancies.
One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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What would success look like in the first 90 days?
What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
What does a normal working week look like for this role?

Practice line

I am interested in the Open Vacancies role because I can bring practical experience in MySQL, Open and Vacancies, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes CCDC - The Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre needs from this hire.

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