Research Associate/Senior Research Associate

Description Description Research Associate / Senior Research Associate (Bioinformatics / Cancer Genomics)Join to apply for the Research Associate role at UNSW in the Molecular Oncology Group, 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.Job Details- 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.- Location: Kensington, NSWKey ResponsibilitiesIn this position you will work with internationally recognised research leader Professor Susan Ramus to analyse large scale bioinformatic datasets and develop tumour tests for ovarian cancer patients. Your responsibilities will include:- Preprocessing and analysis of high dimensional bioinformatic data in R.- Using bioinformatic tools and pipelines to identify prognostic markers.- Preparing reproducible research documents such as RMarkdown reports.- Producing research outputs for publication and conference presentation.- Submitting project deliverables to funding bodies and internal reviewers.Key Skills Required- Level A- A PhD in Genomics / Bioinformatics or related discipline, or equivalent experience and training.- Competency in analysis of high dimensional bioinformatic data from preprocessing to analysis in R.- Experience in cancer genetics or genomics is an advantage.- Experience with supercomputers, GitHub, Conda environments, Python and reproducible research documents such as RMarkdown is an advantage.- Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.- Proven high level organisational skills, including prioritisation, time management and excellent attention to detail.- Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations at a relevant level.- Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.- Level B (in addition to the above)- A minimum of five years post-doctoral research experience.- Demonstrated track record in research publications and conference presentations of high quality and high impact.- Demonstrated ability to conceptualise novel research questions in cancer, genetics or genomics and to independently develop these into high quality research outputs.- Demonstrated ability to coordinate collaborative research projects that include investigators from multiple organisations.- Evidence of an increasing trajectory of research excellence and productivity.Benefits & Culture- Flexible working- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period- Access to lifelong learning and career development- Progressive HR practicesHow to ApplyApplications close on Sunday 23rd November before 11:30pm Sydney time. Please submit a resume, a cover letter, and a separate document addressing the main skills and experience listed in the position description. Do not send applications to the contact listed below. A copy of the Position Description can be found on StatementUNSW 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.#J-18808-LjbffrIndustry OtherCategory OtherSub Category Science, Research and Teaching