Bioinformatician, International Training & ResearchPosition Number: 0064342Location: ParkvilleRole type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 2 yearsFaculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health SciencesDepartment/School: Department of Microbiology and ImmunologySalary: Academic Level B – $119,231 – $141,581 p.a.
plus 17% super
About the RoleThis role offers an exciting chance to work at the forefront of public health microbial genomics, contributing to impactful training programs and groundbreaking research.
As part of a collaborative and multidisciplinary team, you will engage with global health organisations to drive innovation and capacity building in pathogen surveillance across the Asia-Pacific.
Join a supportive and dynamic environment that values professional growth, collaboration, and meaningful contributions to global health initiatives.
Your responsibilities will include:
Coordinating and leading bioinformatics training programs in collaboration with internal experts across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.Communicating bioinformatics concepts effectively to internal and external stakeholders.Working closely with the Lead Bioinformatician and the Centre for Pathogen Genomics Executive team to ensure the effective translation of genomic approaches into operations with our regional partners.Participating in relevant national and global bioinformatics-related working groups, communities of practice, and other meetings as required.Who We Are Looking ForWe're looking for people who demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing public health genomics through innovation, collaboration, and a passion for delivering impactful training and research in a dynamic, team-focused environment.
You will also have:
A PhD, Master's, or equivalent qualification in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field.A minimum of 5 years' experience in bioinformatics and genomics, ideally within the microbiology or infectious disease field.Proven ability to contribute to research at a national or international level, with a record of publications, conference presentations, and strong data analysis and communication skills.Experience in delivering training material or teaching, with the ability to manage computers & software installations, bioinformatics pipelines and utilise cloud-based bioinformatics services.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with strong time management and organisational capabilities.Ability to travel multiple times a year to deliver training, engage with regional stakeholders, and attend relevant meetings and conferences.Additional InformationThis role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University.
In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us!If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
ResumeCover Letter outlining your interest and experienceThe responses against the Selection CriteriaPlease ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement.
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Advertised: 03 Jan 2025 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: 02 Feb 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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