Postdoctoral Fellow in Infectious Diseases Infomatics
- Westmead, NSW Sydney, NSW
- $37.03-52.83 per hour
- Temporary
- Full-time
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour + 12% Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead HospitalJoin a dynamic team at Westmead Hospital, a premier teaching facility, where your expertise will drive vital infectious disease research.Where you'll be workingThere is no doubt that you will be stepping into a rewarding career based on campus at Westmead Hospital, one of Australia's premier teaching hospitals. Located in Sydney's west, we offer a vibrant, supportive environment where your skills and passion for care can truly thrive.Working with us you will have access to:Grow your career with access to ongoing training, tertiary linked development programs.Enjoy work life balance through generous leave, and access to on-site childcare.An array of public transport options buses/trains and light rail & subsidised onsite staff parking.Wellbeing Initiatives including an On-site gym, cafes, and green spaces.Boost your take home pay via salary packaging, novated leasing, and meal entertainment benefits.Thrive in a team that values collaboration, diversity, and opportunities to specialise across clinical areas.What you'll be doingThe Centre for Infectious Diseases and Microbiology - Public Health (CIDM-PH) is an interdisciplinary translational research group within the Microbiology and Infectious Diseases Departments of the Western Sydney Local Health District and NSW Health Pathology.This postdoctoral role supports infectious diseases research at CIDM-PH, enhancing data analysis capacity to improve public health outcomes.You Key responsibilities will include:Analysing pathogen genomics and epidemiology data.Supporting public health and clinical research.Developing informatics tools and workflows.Collaborating across laboratory and health teams.Translating findings into practice and policy.How to ApplyApply online by submitting your resume, a cover letter of your experience relevant to the role and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.Essential CriteriaQualifications: Science degree or equivalent qualification.Selection CriteriaTertiary degree(s) in a relevant discipline or disciplines including: Medical/Biological Sciences, Bioinformatics, Computer Science and Statistics and relevant experience.Knowledge of infectious diseases epidemiology.Track record in quantitative research.Experience in multidimensional data analysis.Experience in business intelligence applications.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment while working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes.Requisition ID: REQ597497
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