Conduct original research to advance gene annotations, characterise gene functions, and decipher regulatory mechanisms in almond and mango crops.
Collaborate with breeders and academic institutions to develop molecular markers and precision breeding techniques.
Communicate research findings at scientific meetings and publish in high-impact journals.
Provide research updates to funders, breeders, growers, and other stakeholders.
Contribute to teaching and co-supervise students.
Requirements
Ph.D. degree or equivalent professional experience in a research field related to molecular plant molecular biology, genetics, genomics and/or biochemistry.
Expertise in plant genomics, genetic manipulation, molecular biology, cellular biochemistry, tissue culture, and bioinformatics.
Skilled in metabolome, transcriptome, methylome, and epigenomic analyses metabolite extractions to statistical and graphic data output.
Adept at managing data and ensuring reproducible research with strong statistical foundations.
Ability to prepare milestone reports and write manuscripts for publication.
Benefits
Tailored career mentoring plan.
Opportunity to contribute to teaching.
Travel to other locations for research collaboration.
Notes
You must provide evidence of your full-time working rights in Australia at time of application.
Only applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.
The University of QueenslandSt Lucia CampusSimilar Jobs
Closing: 05-Sep-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
Opening Date: 02-Sep-2024
Closing Date: 05-Sep-2024
Location
St Lucia Campus
Salary
Base salary will be in the range $78,944.40 - $87,750.37 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
Responsibilities
Coordinates aspects of cell and organoid culture, analysis and general lab maintenance
Assists in the design of research studies, under supervision of senior staff
Applies and/or instructs others on the application of advanced or specialist or technical research skills or processes
Assists in the conduct of major or complex experiments, tasks or programs
Troubleshoots issues with scientific/technical equipment
Undertakes maintenance and upkeep of facilities and equipment
Contributes to the safe and efficient operation of research equipment, infrastructure, methodologies and protocols
Ensures the appropriate storage, handling and disposal of chemicals, equipment, stores and/or samples/specimens
Assists with drafting research documentation, including ethics and funding applications
Undertakes literature searches and reviews
Assists with routine team administration
Assists with preparing reports, graphs, figures and presentations on research outcomes at different stages of the research cycle outcomes
Any other duties as reasonably directed by your supervisor
Requirements
Completion of a degree level qualification in cell biology and/or molecular biology; or completion of a Diploma with relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
Excellent practical research skills and experience in relevant research methodology or techniques required for this body of research
Experience using iPSC cell culture, organoid biology, immunohistochemistry, q-PCR, western blotting, molecular biology
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
Ability to work independently on routine procedures
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Well-organised, methodical and self-motivated
Previous experience in a similar role would be considered favourably
Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check etc
Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
UQ Study for Staff
On campus childcare options
Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)
Salary packaging options
Notes
This position is being readvertised and previous applicants need not reapply.
Interviews have been tentatively scheduled for September.
Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia)Wallumattagal Campus, North RydeSimilar Jobs
Closing: 08-Sep-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
Opening Date: 16-Aug-2024
Closing Date: 08-Sep-2024
Location
Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
Salary
From $84,437 - $113,697 (Level A) p.a., plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading
Responsibilities
Conduct research in molecular biology and neurodegenerative disease research.
Work closely with the Neuroimaging team and the wider Motor Neuron Disease Research Teams.
Contribute to research projects funded by FightMND and ARC.
Assist in identifying new mechanisms of disease and development of new therapies for MND/dementia.
Utilize zebrafish as a model system and advanced microscopy workflows to characterize disease processes.
Requirements
A PhD in molecular biology, cell biology, molecular neuroscience or related disciplines.
Demonstrated record in contributing to research projects including planning and conducting experiments, analysis of data, and problem-solving.
Strong background in cell biology, microscopy, and/or molecular neuroscience.
Experience in cell biology or animal biology techniques such as cell culture maintenance, animal handling, confocal microscopy, cloning, transfections and transductions, western blotting, immunofluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry and/or immunoprecipitations.
Experience with zebrafish or other live-imaging approaches (desired).
Experience with in-vivo experimental models, proteomics, mass spectrometry (desired).
Recognised contributions to the preparation and analysis of research data, drafting reports and manuscripts for presentation and publication.
Ability to work effectively within a team.
Benefits
Full-time, fixed term position for 1 year with the possibility of extension.
Access to state-of-the-art research facilities.
Outstanding development options including an active Early Career Researcher support network.
Notes
Specific role requires qualification checks.
Contact for specific role enquiries: A/Prof. Marco Morsch at marco.morsch@mq.edu.au.
General enquiries: Jasmine Xia, HR Administrator at jasmine.xia@mq.edu.au.
The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney)Kensington, Sydney, NSWSimilar Jobs
Closing: 08-Oct-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
Opening Date: 11-Sep-2024
Closing Date: 08-Oct-2024
Location
Kensington, Sydney, NSW
Salary
$123k - $138k base (+ 17% Super, leave loading)
Responsibilities
Lead and contribute bioinformatics and statistical analysis with a primary focus on statistical fine-mapping and functional bioinformatics to discover novel genetic variants.
Manage multiple internal and external collaborations.
Train, mentor, and support research staff and students.
Draft ethics applications (human and/or animal), GMO/NLRD protocols, and report to panels/committees overseeing research.
Requirements
A degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science or Engineering.
Minimum of five years of experience in the analysis of population-scale whole genome/transcriptomics datasets using open-source libraries such as GATK and Hail.
Experience in statistical analysis of population genomics in human disease including common and rare variants.
Strong publication record.
Demonstrated experience and understanding in FASTQ processing, quality controls and joint-calling of the BAM files.
Strong skills in Linux command line and scripting languages (Python, Bash, R or other).
Experience in the development and implementation of new and cutting-edge bioinformatics tools and pipelines.
Experience with source code management tools (git preferred).
Experience in deploying and running pipelines using high performance computers (HPC) and job schedulers (e.g. PBS pro or SGE).
Experience in containerisation using Docker and/or Singularity.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
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
Work rights required: Full time Australian work rights for the duration of the contract.