Research Assistant

**Role Type**: 2-year full time contract
**Salary**: $91,721 - $104,066 p.a + super
Develop pipelines for analszing large-scale proteomics in stem cell disease models.
Collaborate on innovative tools for data analysis in regenerative medicine.
Join reNEW, a collaborative initiative with MCRI, Copenhagen, and Leiden University.
Are you ready for an exciting opportunity to be part of a ground-breaking research team? MCRI Stem Cell Medicine invites talented individuals to join our newly established 'Functional Phosphoproteomics Lab' as a Research Assistant (Computer Scientist).
**The opportunity**:
As a Research Assistant, you will be a vital contributor to the computational activities of our innovative research group. Your role will involve developing and maintaining pipelines for the continuous analysis of large-scale proteomics datasets. These datasets are at the forefront of our efforts in stem cell models of human disease, and you'll be instrumental in shaping the future of biological data analysis and visualisation.
This position opens the door to a world of multidisciplinary, collaborative projects, providing you with a unique opportunity to influence the development and implementation of cutting-edge tools for the analysis and visualization of biological datasets. Join us at MCRI Stem Cell Medicine, and be part of a team that's driving the future of proteomics and regenerative medicine.
**Your new team**:
**Your responsibilities include**:
Collaborate on the development of open-source tools using Python, or R
Work on the development of machine learning-based tools for data processing, and web-based tools for data visualisation
Manage large proteomics datasets produced by the group
Develop hands-on experience in best practices in software engineering, including version control with Git and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
Implement bioinformatics pipelines and resources for use by group members
**About you**:
Degree/Honours/Masters/PhD qualification in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Data Science, Engineering, or related discipline
Appropriate level of expertise gained from a combination of experience, training, or professional accreditation
Proficiency in Python, R, web development and data visualisation
Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and bash scripting
A strong interest in software development and machine learning
What’s in it for you?
**Maximise Your Pay**: Benefit from salary packaging, including entertainment and novated leases
**Flexible Working Options**: Enjoy a variety of flexible work arrangements.
**Join a Reputable Organisation**: Take advantage of a unique opportunity to be part of a respected research institute
**Make a Difference**: Collaborate with a team passionate about making a positive impact
**Supportive Environment**: Work in a dynamic and energetic setting with our expanding team.
Who we are
Murdoch Children’s Research Institute envisions a transformative future for child health. Our institute is a hub of impactful scientific breakthroughs, particularly in early interventions, enhanced diagnosis, prevention, and potential cures. We thrive on collaborative, multidisciplinary problem-solving to address challenging queries in child health. Committed to inclusivity and respect, we foster a positive working environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and a dedicated supporter of Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE), we uphold principles of equal opportunity and diverse representation.
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Position Description
**Applications close**: 06 December 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight time