Bioinformatician (Research Officer)

Position description

• Parental leave cover
• Up to $104,000 base salary plus Super and generous NFP salary packaging options
• Based in Melbourne

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Bioinformatician. The successful candidate will be based at the Baker Institute in the Systems Genomics lab and supervised by Dr Fumihiko Takeuchi. The primary responsibilities are (i) providing bioinformatics and/or biostatistics expertise for experimental and study design, data analyses and interpretation at the Institute, and (ii) conducting high-quality research in bioinformatics, genomics or computational biology.

This is a temporary parental leave role, either full-time or part-time, for up to 7 months.

Our lab is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We are a computational lab with highly flexible working arrangements both on- and off-site (e.g. working from home). 

The essential skills to succeed in this role are:

• A master’s or PhD in a quantitative discipline (such as bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, or statistics).
• Research experience in at least one of the following areas: statistical genomics, computational biology or bioinformatics, with high competency in the statistical or computational analysis of large datasets.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, which enable the appointee to liaise effectively with a wide range of people at a variety of levels internal and external to the Institute.
• Demonstrated ability to use Unix-based systems, computing clusters, modern scripting/programming languages including R.
• Proven ability to produce high quality results and to meet deadlines without compromising close attention to detail and accuracy.
• Capacity to work as a team member and independently with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to lead and contribute to high-impact research publications.

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.

Remuneration will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

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Applications should include a current resume and cover letter, quoting reference FT02. Applications without these documents will not be considered. 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). 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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Alysha Cook
Talent Acquisition Consultant
T: (03) 8532 1***

Dr Fumihiko Takeuchi
Head of Domain Bioinformatics
E: ***************@baker.edu.au
T: (03) 8532 1***