The Centre for Population Genomics (CPG) is seeking a Research Officer to design and lead a research project as part of CPG’s partnership with Anthropic AI to accelerate genomics research at Garvan. The project will focus on understanding the clinical and/or functional consequences of genetic variation discovered through CPG’s efforts to build public population genomic resources that reflect Australia’s population diversity.
Requirements
- PhD in human genetics, computational biology, population genetics, functional genomics, or a related field
- Experience with large-scale human genome studies, such as GWAS or QTL association studies
- Experience wrangling large datasets and complex data types such as WGS, WES, genotyping, bulk RNA-seq and/or scRNA-seq data
- Fluent in at least one programming language (Python and/or R preferred) and the Linux command line interface
- Software development experience, including the use of git to manage code changes
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts relating to their work to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Demonstrated ability to write scientific manuscripts
Benefits
- Generous salary packaging to save income tax on wages
- Ample opportunities for on-going training and development
- Stimulating, diverse, and highly international research environment
- Flexible work arrangements
- 18 weeks paid parental leave for both parents including paid superannuation
- Range of additional leave types to meet personal needs
- Discounted Health Insurance
- Lifestyle discounts with community partners
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