Research Officer
1 month ago
About the Role
The University of Melbourne is looking for a dedicated Research Officer to join Dr. Mark Davies' esteemed research group at the Peter Doherty Institute for Immunity and Infection. This role offers the opportunity to lead impactful research on bacterial infectious diseases, collaborate with national partners, and develop your career within a dynamic, supportive environment.Your responsibilities will include:
Contribute to the development of a strong program of research in bioinformatics and multi-omics. Independently plan and carry out experiments focused on completion of research project aims. Assist other researchers in carrying out experiments in order to work as a team and further the laboratory’s research output. Who We Are Looking For
You will have proven experience working independently and prioritising tasks effectively, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate well within a research team.
You will also have:
A PhD or Masters equivalent (awarded or near completion) in Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or population genomics, (or other related field). Experience in working in bacterial genome sequence data or other multi-omics data. Experience with Unix/Linux command line, and capacity to work with Python and/or R. Proven ability to work with senior researchers and experience in design, performance and analysis of experiments.For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
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 impact on global 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
About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
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