Postdoctoral Fellow In Pathogen Genomics And Bioinformatics

University of Sydney

Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
Base: $89,831 - $113,400; bonus/equity: not specif...
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Bacterial and fungal genomics
Next-generation sequencing analysis
Infectious disease outbreaks
The University of Sydney is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Pathogen Genomics and Bioinformatics to contribute to research in infectious diseases, focusing on diagnostics and epidemiology. The role involves collaboration, research output, and mentorship within a highly regarded institute

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.

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The University of Sydney is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Pathogen Genomics and Bioinformatics to contribute to research in infectious diseases, focusing on diagnostics and epidemiology. The role involves collaboration, research output, and mentorship within a highly regarded institute.

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

  • collaborative research environment
  • stakeholder engagement
  • positive culture and reputation
  • academic industry partners

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Science, Computer Science, Health Informatics
  • publications in genetics and/or informatics
  • original research and scholarly activity
  • next-generation sequencing data analysis
  • multi-dimensional data analysis
  • high-level communication skills
  • leadership and collaboration skills

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