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.
Research Officer - Ramaciotti Centre for Genomics
The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) Sydney, NSW
Dates
- Opening Date: 24-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 22-Oct-2024
Location
- Sydney, NSW
Salary
- $100K - $107K plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading
Responsibilities
- Coordinate sequencing runs across teams to ensure continuous operation and that contractual deadlines are met.
- Independently perform post-sequencing data processing, utilising scripts and other tools developed by the Bioinformatics team to deliver results.
- Evaluate sequencing results to ensure any data authorised for client release passes specifications.
- Package and transfer data to clients and address any related enquiries.
- Provide expert post-sequencing technical advice to clients, working with the bioinformatics team to resolve issues.
- Overall responsibility for monitoring critical stock levels of sequencing reagents and ensuring resources are available for timely project completion.
- Operate and maintain the Centre’s Illumina sequencers, providing back-up for the core sequencing staff member/s.
- Train laboratory personnel in the operation of Illumina NGS sequencers including post-sequencing data processes as required.
- Communicate and report to the Centre’s Service Managers on the progress of work.
- Quality assurance: Responsible for following the relevant quality procedures and processes in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025.
- Perform other appropriate duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director or Deputy Director of the Centre.
- Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values.
- Cooperate with all health and safety policy and procedures of the University and take all reasonable care to ensure your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself and others.
Requirements
- A degree, Masters or PHD desirable, in molecular biology, genetics or a related discipline with demonstrated solid understanding of the principles of molecular biology, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any combination of education, training and/or experience.
- High level organisation skills and attention to detail is essential.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using computers and various IT software, including the ability to run basic scripts, is required.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Prior work experience in an accredited or regulated laboratory is desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively to deliver results for concurrent workflows, including the ability to meet deadlines.
- Experience in laboratory-based work using high-throughput molecular biology techniques and instrumentation is desirable.
- Ability to use initiative and work both independently, as well as part of a team, to deliver project outcomes.
- 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
- Annual leave loading
- Full-time position (35 hours per week)
- Fixed Term – 2 years
Notes
- Ensure you systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application.
- Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.