Post-Doctoral Fellow - Diagnostic in HIV & Hepatitis C (HCV)
The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales
Dates
- Opening Date: 13-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 29-Sep-2024
Location
- Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales
Salary
- $85K-$113K (based on experience) + 17% Super + Annual Leave Loading
Responsibilities
- Play a crucial role in advancing the integration of HIV and Hepatitis C (HCV) data into public health and clinical applications.
- Collaborate with researchers, UNSW, and pathology services to enhance genomic surveillance under the H2Seq program.
- Contribute to the development and instruction of innovative laboratory diagnostic techniques, focusing on the amplification, sequencing, and analysis of HIV and HCV genomes.
- Create training materials for diagnostic laboratories and ensure effective knowledge transfer.
Requirements
- PhD in virology or molecular biology (or a related/relevant discipline) or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training, or experience.
- Demonstrated research experience in molecular virology research, including experience in whole genome sequencing for viral pathogens, as well as sequence computing analysis.
- Experience in diagnostic laboratory and applied research.
- Ability to work in a team, across academic and applied pathology sites at university and diagnostic settings.
- High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.
- Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership.
- Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
- Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
- Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.
Benefits
- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
Notes
- Criminal Records Check required
- Qualifications Check required
- Vaccinations required as per NSW Health guidelines for certain categories of workers.
Research Officer - Diagnostic in HIV & Hepatitis C (HCV)
The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales
Dates
- Opening Date: 20-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 06-Oct-2024
Location
- Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales
Salary
- $100K-$107K (based on experience) + 17% Super + Annual Leave Loading
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with investigators, UNSW, and pathology services to integrate HIV and Hepatitis C (HCV) data into public health and clinical applications.
- Support the development and teaching of innovative laboratory diagnostic techniques for genomic surveillance within the H2Seq program.
- Develop training materials for diagnostic laboratories focused on the amplification, sequencing, and analysis of HIV and HCV genomes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in virology or molecular biology (or a related/relevant discipline) or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training, or experience.
- Demonstrated research experience in molecular virology research, including experience in whole genome sequencing for viral pathogens, as well as sequence computing analysis.
- Experience in diagnostic laboratory and applied research.
- Knowledge of research protocols, experimental design and planning as involved in developing research projects and reporting against milestones.
- Experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including Microsoft Office Suite Applications.
- Demonstrated superior interpersonal communication skills to initiate and maintain effective stakeholder relationships whilst exercising discretion and confidentiality.
- Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
- Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.
Benefits
- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
Notes
- Criminal Records Check required.
- Qualifications Check required.
- Vaccinations required as per NSW Health obligations.