$90,000–$105,000 + 11.5% superannuation + generous salary packaging options2×full-time and 1×part-time availableBased in Prahran, MelbourneThe opportunityWe are currently recruiting for Postdoctoral Researchers with experience in research conduct, analysis and preparation of research output. The ideal candidates will be enthusiastic about participating across a wide variety of research projects for academia and industry. This is an exciting opportunity for Postdoctoral Researchers, computational biologists/computer scientists who will be based at the Baker Institute in the Computational Biology and Clinical Informatics lab and supervised by Prof Ascher. These appointments will be for up to 1 year initially, with the potential to extend subject to performance and funding.
Both full-time and part-time opportunities are possible. The Computational Biology and Clinical Informatics lab is home to the Biosignatures Platform, a resource of >70 widely used programs developed by the group. Our aim is to alleviate the burden of disease using our interdisciplinary strengths in artificial intelligence, statistics, and bioscience to leverage the latest genomic/ biomolecular/ structural/ clinical technologies.
In this role you will be expected to:
Collaborate with Baker Institute laboratories and support them with advice/expertise on experimental design, data processing, analysis visualization and interpretation.Perform high-quality research in genomics, bioinformatics or computational biology.Develop or modify new analytical methodologies that would allow researchers to use cutting-edge tools for their research.Contribute to preparing manuscripts for publication, technical reports and other research-related documents.Participate in the planning and development of general goals for the research project.Organize data for supporting new funding applications.Supervise research students.Proactively attend team meetings and all relevant seminars and staff meetings.Perform other duties as directed by the manager/supervisor from time to time.Please note: this role may require travel to attend conferences and for visits to collaborators (national and international).
Skills and experienceYou will have:
Essential Research or industry experience in at least one of the following areas: data science, software development, machine learning, deep learning, computational biology, bioinformatics or biostatistics, with high competency in the statistical and computational analysis of large datasets.Application or development of machine learning and/or deep learning methods to biological and medical data.Demonstrated ability to use Unix-based systems, HPC clusters, modern scripting/programming languages including Python and R.Experience in application development for the web, both front-end and back-end and relational database development and management.A PhD in a quantitative discipline (such as computer science, computational biology, bioinformatics or statistics) and/or science discipline (such as biochemistry, molecular biology or genetics/genomics) with substantial computational component.Well-developed time management skills, including the ability to negotiate priorities and manage conflicting demands for resources.A high level of independence and initiative and demonstrated ability to consistently produce high quality results.Demonstrated ability to lead and contribute to high impact research publications.Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with privacy requirements.Working at the Baker Institute offers flexibility, professional development, and the opportunity to contribute to a research centre of world renown. Benefits include generous salary packaging, an employee assistance program, as well as modern offices and laboratories adjacent to the Alfred Hospital and walking distance to St Kilda Road, Chapel Street, and Fawkner Park.
Applications should include a current resume with details of 2 professional referees, quoting DA01. We are reviewing applications as they are received so if you think you're the right person for this role, we'd love to hear how your capabilities, achievements and experience set you apart.
To be eligible to apply for this position you must hold appropriate Australian work rights and be immunised with the COVID-19 vaccination in accordance with COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Directions (No 4) and a current influenza vaccination in accordance with mandatory vaccination of health care workers directions. More details of the role can be found in the position description, for further information please contact the person listed below.
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