Position Number: 0064673
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 2 years
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Department of Microbiology and Immunology; Microbiology Diagnostic Unit (Public Health Laboratory)
Salary: UOM 7 – $106,432 – $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
- Develop, manage and deliver genomics training
- Contribute to cutting edge immunology research and discoveries
- Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
This is a genomics training and project management role based in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, The University of Melbourne at The Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity. This position is responsible for the development, management and delivery of genomics training and capacity building activities within the Asia-Pacific region to support research and public health outcomes. It will also support coordination and management of other Centre-related programs and initiatives as required.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing technical expertise in pathogen genomics, including developing and conducting training programs, development and review of laboratory processes and policies, support for quality management, and ongoing advice for regional counterparts
- Providing capacity building and training for regional laboratories to support implementation of whole genome sequencing
- Designing and developing training content including e-learning modules
Who We Are Looking For
You bring extensive experience in next-generation sequencing methods, and possess strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in rapidly evolving laboratory environments. Your ability to apply established Standard Operating Procedures and address both general and complex issues ensures high-quality laboratory operations. Additionally, you have a proven track record of providing practical training to scientific and technical staff, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
With a deep understanding of culturally appropriate approaches in diverse settings, particularly within the Asia-Pacific region, you excel in cross-sectoral and cross-cultural collaboration. Your excellent interpersonal and communication skills support productive engagement with national and international partners. Coupled with strong organizational and project management abilities, you demonstrate a high level of attention to detail in planning and implementing project activities. Your exceptional written communication skills enable you to prepare briefings, reports, proposals, and public-facing materials effectively.
You will also have:
- An undergraduate qualification in Microbiology or Medical Laboratory Technology together with relevant diagnostic laboratory or research experience
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Capacity to travel frequently to regional laboratories to undertake training activities.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your New Team – Department of Microbiology and Immunology
The Department of Microbiology & Immunology is one of the departments within the School of Biomedical Sciences in the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences. Further information is available at http://www.microbiol.unimelb.edu.au/ and http://bsac.unimelb.edu.au/.
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!
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Nick Petersen via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
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