Postdoctoral Fellow In Pathogen Genomics And Bioinformatics
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Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
Base: $89,831 - $113,400; bonus/equity: not specif...
Not specified (assumed full-time onsite)
Bacterial and fungal genomics
Next-generation sequencing analysis
Infectious disease outbreaks
The University of Sydney is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate in Pathogen Genomics and Bioinformatics to advance research on infectious diseases, with a focus on diagnostics and epidemiology. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to collaborate with leading experts in the field until May 2027
Job Summary
This role will expand SydneyID’s capacity in advanced diagnostics and prognostics of severe and emerging fungal and bacterial diseases.
Your key responsibilities will be to undertake collaborative research in bacterial and fungal genomics and bioinformatics, focusing on next-generation sequencing applications to assess virulence and drug resistance in invasive and emerging fungal pathogens.
We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve.
Matching Summary
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The University of Sydney is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate in Pathogen Genomics and Bioinformatics to advance research on infectious diseases, with a focus on diagnostics and epidemiology. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to collaborate with leading experts in the field until May 2027.
Salary
Base: $89,831 - $113,400; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% superannuation
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
bacterial and fungal genomics
next-generation sequencing analysis
infectious disease outbreaks
research program development
supervise junior researchers
Nice-to-have
stakeholder engagement
positive culture and reputation
academic industry partners
Key Requirements
PhD in Science, Computer Science, Health Informatics, or related field
Publications in genetics and/or informatics
Experience in next-generation sequencing data analysis
High-level communication, leadership, and collaboration skills