Bioinformatician, International Training

**Bioinformatician, International Training & Research**:
**Position Number**:0064342
**Location**:Parkville
**Role type**:Full-time; Fixed-term for 2 years
**Faculty**: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
**Department/School**: Department of Microbiology and Immunology
**Salary**:Academic Level B - $119,231 - $141,581 p.a. plus 17% super
- **Support the strategic development of bioinformatics training programs and translational research to enhance public health microbial genomics and pathogen surveillance across the Asia-Pacific**:

- **A unique opportunity to lead impactful training initiatives, collaborate with global health organisations, and influence pathogen genomic data practices on an international scale.**:

- **Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families**

**About the Role**
This role offers an exciting chance to work at the forefront of public health microbial genomics, contributing to impactful training programs and groundbreaking research. As part of a collaborative and multidisciplinary team, you will engage with global health organisations to drive innovation and capacity building in pathogen surveillance across the Asia-Pacific. Join a supportive and dynamic environment that values professional growth, collaboration, and meaningful contributions to global health initiatives.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Coordinating and leading bioinformatics training programs in collaboration with internal experts across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
- Communicating bioinformatics concepts effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
- Working closely with the Lead Bioinformatician and the Centre for Pathogen Genomics Executive team to ensure the effective translation of genomic approaches into operations with our regional partners
- Participating in relevant national and global bioinformatics-related working groups, communities of practice, and other meetings as required

**Who We Are Looking For**
We’re looking for people who demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing public health genomics through innovation, collaboration, and a passion for delivering impactful training and research in a dynamic, team-focused environment

You will also have:

- A PhD, Master’s, or equivalent qualification in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in bioinformatics and genomics, ideally within the microbiology or infectious disease field.
- Proven ability to contribute to research at a national or international level, with a record of publications, conference presentations, and strong data analysis and communication skills.
- Experience in delivering training material or teaching, with the ability to manage computers & software installations, bioinformatics pipelines and utilise cloud-based bioinformatics services.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with strong time management and organisational capabilities.
- Ability to travel multiple times a year to deliver training, engage with regional stakeholders, and attend relevant meetings and conferences

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position**. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

**Your New Team - Department of Microbiology and Immunology**

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is at the forefront of groundbreaking research in understanding the immune system and combating infectious diseases. Our dedicated team focuses on unravelling the complexities of pathogens and infectious agents to develop innovative methods for detection, control, and treatment. We strive to manipulate the immune system, enhancing responses against disease-causing organisms and even cancer. As a part of our department, you'll be joining a community of scientific excellence and leadership, making a real health.

**What We Offer You**
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page

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