University of Glasgow
This is a full-time position (35 hours per week) available until 30 September 2027, subject to funding.
The University of Glasgow has been shaping the world for over 575 years. We are proud to be one of the world’s top 100 universities, ranked 12th globally in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2025. This recognition underscores not only our status as one of the UK’s leading universities but also as a university making a positive impact on the world. Our tradition of groundbreaking innovation continues to inspire the world changers of today.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Software Engineer to join the University’s School of Computing Science.
In this role, you will contribute to the project “KEPsoft-UK: Developing New and Improved Algorithms for the UK Living Kidney Sharing Scheme”, funded by Kidney Research UK. This project focuses on developing software to support kidney exchanges — a critical option for patients in need of transplants who have a willing but medically incompatible donor. Through kidney exchange programmes, patients can swap donors to receive a compatible kidney. Your work will involve extending the existing KEPsoft platform, which has been developed using Python, Flask, and related technologies, to optimize these exchanges based on pools of patient-donor pairs.
The software you help develop is intended for use in the UK Living Kidney Sharing Scheme, managed by NHS Blood and Transplant. Designing with the needs of end-users in mind will be central to this role. You will incorporate feedback from the project’s Patient Advisory Group, ensure rigorous testing, and validate the software to enhance confidence in its accuracy and reliability.
Key details:
- Apply online: Research Software Engineer – Job Listing
- Closing date: 26 May 2026
Why join Team UofG?
You’ll become part of a world-changing, inclusive community that values ambition, excellence, integrity, and curiosity.
As a valued team member at the University of Glasgow, you can expect:
- Supportive culture: A friendly and engaging environment that nurtures your talents, fosters growth, and celebrates success.
- Generous benefits: Enjoy up to 41 days of leave (for full-time staff), a comprehensive pension plan (benefits outlined here), and access to staff discounts.
- Flexible working: We promote flexibility to suit your needs.
- Wellbeing support: We’re committed to your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for new staff (details here).
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI):
We believe that our accomplishments are strengthened by the diverse perspectives and contributions of our community. EDI is a fundamental part of our values, and we particularly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented at the University, including those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds and other protected characteristics. Learn more about how we embed EDI at UofG here.
We proudly uphold the principles of Athena Swan and hold bronze, silver, and gold awards across the University for advancing gender equality (details here).
At the University of Glasgow, we don’t just invest in research, infrastructure, and innovation — we invest in you. For more information about working at the University and how to apply, please visit our website
To apply for this job please visit www.jobs.gla.ac.uk.