Research Associate / Senior Research Associate (Bioinformatics / Cancer Genomics)

This Job is based in Australia

Research Associate / Senior Research Associate (Bioinformatics / Cancer Genomics)

• Employment Type : Full - time (35 hours a week)
• Duration : Fixed Term until 31st Dec 2026 (possible extension, funding dependant)
• Remuneration : $91K - $150K base, depending on experience (+ 17% Superannuation and leave loading)
• Work rights : Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
• Location : Kensington, NSW

The Molecular Oncology Group, Discipline of Women's Health

The Molecular Oncology Group conducts world-leading translational research to improve the survival of patients diagnosed with ovarian cancer, through genetic risk prediction and tumour profiling. Large scale genetic and genomics datasets as well as long-term clinical follow up data are available through the groups leading role in two large international consortia.

Why this role matters

In this position, you will work with internationally recognised research leader Professor Susan Ramus in the Molecular Oncology group in the Discipline of Women's Health. The position will identify prognostic markers and develop tumour tests to personalise treatment for ovarian cancer patients, by analysing DNA copy number data from large scale shallow whole genome sequencing.

Key Skills Required

Level A

Level B (in addition to the above)

Full details can be found in the position description.

UNSW Benefits And Culture

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More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How To Apply

Please click on Apply now to make an application. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below.

Please provide a resume, a cover letter and a separate document addressing the main skills and experience listed in the position description . A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Enquiries

Merita O'Connell, Talent Acquisition Consultant

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Applications close : Sunday 23rd November before 11.30pm, Sydney time.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Skills Required

Genomics, Github, Bioinformatics, Python, Supercomputers