Research Specialist - Bioinformatics; Metabolomics

Position: Research Specialist - Bioinformatics (Metabolomics)
** Role type:
** Full-time;
Fixed-term contract for 2 years   
** Faculty:
** Faculty of Science    
** Department:
** Bio
21 Molecular Science and Biotechnology   
** Salary:
** Level A - $87,266 - $118,416 per annum plus 17% super Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. society through the transformative impact of education and research. As a Research Specialist at the Metabolomics Australia facility, you'll have the opportunity to apply your mass-spectrometry experience to develop and apply cutting-edge bioinformatics solutions, enhancing metabolomics research within the Bio
21 Institute. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality metabolomics services.

This role offers you the chance to advance your expertise in mass-spectrometry and bioinformatics while impacting significant research projects nationwide.
** Your responsibilities will include:*
* ** You may be a great fit if:
** You are an innovative bioinformatics expert or a computational metabolomics/mass spectrometry specialist with a PhD in a relevant discipline. You should be adept at developing and applying analytical solutions, with experience in metabolomics or mass spectrometry-based small molecule analysis. An interest in scripting, coding, or programming to streamline data processing, analysis, and visualisation is highly desirable. You will be eager to foster collaborative research partnerships in a dynamic environment.

Demonstrate proficiency in R and/or Python scripting and collaborative code maintenance.

Exhibit excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a proactive approach to service delivery. Have experience in bioinformatics solutions development and stakeholder engagement.
** What we offer you!
** We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
** Please note**:
** This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.*
* ** Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience*
* ** The responses against the Selection Criteria  (found in the Position Description)
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