Bioinformatician - Pathogen Genomics
Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:
- Postgraduate degree in Science or Engineering in informatics or genomics or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.
- Demonstrated experience and capability in organising and delivering bioinformatics projects.
- Proven proficiency in open source bioinformatics packages for genomic data analysis and working knowledge of relational databases.
- Demonstrated experience in multi-dimensional data analysis or visualisation.
- Proven ability to manage project scope, monitor project progress and quality, identify and manage project risk and provide appropriate advice to the executive.
- Demonstrated strong strategic, organisational and planning skills with the capacity to successfully meet deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with excellent verbal and written expression, and the ability to interact with various levels of internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and critically evaluate legislation and regulation related to genomic and health data from an operational perspective and ability and willingness to participate in a seven day rotating roster
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For role related queries or questions contact Talal Souhani on Talal.Souhani@health.nsw.gov.au
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases
This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2020_017 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Diseases. All new recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. New recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment.
Working Rights
This position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.
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The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
Talent Pool
If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time / part time, temporary and casual vacancies.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
