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The role involves leading computational analyses for a contraceptive discovery program by designing robust 'omics pipelines and maintaining reproducible code. You will also prepare research manuscripts, contribute to funding proposals, and supervise junior researchers.
Candidates must hold a PhD in a computational discipline or a Masters degree with substantial computational biology experience. Proficiency in R or Python, experience with sequencing data analysis, and a track record of research productivity are required.
Role type: Full Time (1.0 FTE); Fixed term for 2 years
Faculty: Faculty of Science
School: School of BioSciences
Salary: Level A: $87,266 - $118,416 p.a. plus 17% super
Advance computational approaches to contraceptive discovery / Shape global reproductive health resources and tools / Grow your research career at the Bio21 Institute
Join us to drive high-impact computational biology, develop innovative 'omics pipelines and publish high-impact reproductive health research.
Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
In this role, you will lead computational analyses for a collaborative contraceptive discovery programme. You will design robust 'omics pipelines, develop public resources and co-author high-impact publications and tools. You will also gain mentoring, collaboration opportunities and visibility across the School of BioSciences and partners.
What you will deliver:
Lead analysis of large-scale 'omics datasets, including single-cell, spatial transcriptomics, proteomics and metabolomics, for contraceptive discovery.
Develop, document and maintain reproducible, version-controlled analysis pipelines in R and/or Python on high-performance computing infrastructure.
Prepare figures, reports, manuscripts and online applications that communicate complex analyses to collaborators and the wider community.
Contribute to research funding proposals, data sharing, and upload of curated datasets to appropriate public repositories.
Support training and supervision of students and junior researchers, and participate in School and Faculty engagement activities.
You may be a great fit if you:
Hold a PhD in a relevant computational discipline, or a Masters plus substantial computational biology experience.
Bring strong experience analysing sequencing data, ideally including single-cell and bulk RNA-seq datasets.
Demonstrate advanced R and/or Python skills, using tools such as Seurat, Scanpy, DESeq2 or edgeR.
Apply modern machine learning and statistical modelling methods to high-dimensional data with appropriate experimental design and control.
Use version control and workflow tools to build transparent, well-documented and reproducible analysis pipelines across projects.
Show evidence of research productivity and a clear desire to build an academic career in reproductive health.
For further information, please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:
Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
Your new team
You will join the School of BioSciences, a vibrant community tackling global biological challenges from reproductive health to climate change. Working within the Faculty of Science, you will collaborate with experts in genomics, data science and molecular biology. The School offers outstanding facilities, diverse partnerships and a supportive culture that values curiosity, inclusion and career development.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with Korin Korin, our Indigenous Employment and Development team, via korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au
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Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
Please upload a separate document addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.
Want to know more?
For queries related to this specific position, contact Brittany Goods via email at britt.goods@unimelb.edu.au
For questions related to our recruitment process email Oliver Bukasa at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au
For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').
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