Molecular Geneticist
2 weeks ago
Level 5, $101,122 – $110.517 per annum; Public Sector CSA Agreement 2024
Employment status
We currently have one (1x) Fixed-term Full-time Vacancy available for immediate filling for a period of up to 36 monthswith the possibility of extension
Location
Welshpool, WA
Contact name
Dr Nikolai Tatarnic, Curator of Entomology, (08) 9212-3791
Contact email
Nikolai.tatarnic@museum.wa.gov.au
About us
The Western Australian Museum is a vibrant centre of inspiration, learning and enjoyment for everyone.It preserves, documents and shares collections relating to the State's natural and cultural heritage. It collaborates with people across Western Australia to share the stories and voices of diverse communities. It works alongside national and international organisations, contributing to global research, promoting life-long learning, and developing and hosting world-class exhibitions.
About the role
This role is part of a fully funded project focused on the evolution, taxonomy, and systematics of ground beetles (Carabidae), with emphasis on the Pilbara region of Western Australia.
The successful applicant will collaborate with colleagues to generate molecular datasets, develop specimen processing and analytical pipelines combining morphology and genomics, explore evolutionary questions from a macroevolutionary perspective, and publish results in peer-reviewed publications. The position will work closely with a PhD student, helping train them in molecular methodology, phylogenetics and associated analyses.
Experience in beetle systematics, though beneficial, is not necessary.
About you
The successful applicant must meet the following essential criteria:
- Bachelor of Science (Honours) with a major in bioinformatics, evolutionary biology or similar, or substantial relevant experience.
- Experience with phylogenetic methods, generating genomics data sets, and programming in Python or R.
- Demonstrated experience in publishing scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals.
- Demonstrated capacity for independent research including well-documented code generation, molecular genetics lab skills, and intellectual creativity.
- Demonstrated ability to execute projects within deadlines while ensuring high quality project delivery.
