Postdoctoral Researcher

4 days ago

Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

**Job no**: 529867
**Work type**: Full Time
**Location**: Sydney, NSW
**Categories**: Post Doctoral Research Associate

**Postdoctoral Researcher (Computational Immunology and Translational AI)**
- **Employment Type**:Full - time (35 hours a week)
- **Duration**:1-Year Fixed Term contract (with likely extension upon performance)
- **Remuneration**: $88k - $117k base (+17% super and leave loading)
- **Working rights**: Full Time working rights for the duration of the contract will be required.
- **Location**:Kensington, Sydney

**The UNSW Sydney Systems Immunology and Artificial Intelligence Lab** seeks a highly motivated and skilled postdoctoral researcher to join our dynamic team. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to lead computational and bioinformatics analyses of immunogenomics data, contribute to cutting-edge research in precision medicine for autoimmunity, and participate in industry collaborations.

**Project Focus**:

- Develop computational tools for analyzing immunogenomics data in the context of gastrointestinal autoimmune diseases and Type 1 Diabetes.
- Foster collaborations with national and international partners at Weill Cornell, Upenn, Houston Methodist, and various hospitals.

**Skills and experience required**:

- PhD in Bioinformatics, Data Science, Immunology, or a related field.
- Strong expertise in data analysis, bioinformatics pipelines, and statistical methods.
- Experience with single-cell multi-omics, AI, and immune-genomics is highly desirable.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Initiative, leadership potential, and a willingness to tackle challenging projects.

**What We Offer**:

- Conduct research at the forefront of AI-driven precision medicine for autoimmunity.
- Gain valuable experience in industry collaborations and translational research.
- Potential to co-found a start-up focused on AI-powered drug discovery.
- Publish in high-impact journals and develop a strong research profile.
- Opportunity to learn and upskill in machine learning and translational immunology.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment at a world-class university.

**Full details can be found in the position description.**

**UNSW Benefits and Culture**:
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:

- 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

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

**Application process**:
**Contact**

**Additional Resources**:
**Applications close**:Sunday 9th February before 11.30pm

UNSW 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.

Position Description

**Advertised**: 14 Jan 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
**Applications close**: 09 Feb 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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