Computational Biologist
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Computational Biologist
Position Number:
Location: Parkville
Role type: Fulltime; Fixedtermfor 2 years
Faculty:Medicine Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School:School of Biomedical Sciences /Department of Biochemistry and Pharmacology
Salary:
Level A: AUD $83468 $113262 p.a. or
Level B: AUD $119231 $141581 p.a.
plus 17 super (retirement savings system/pension scheme)
The successful candidate will be appointed at either Academic Level A or B depending on the Selection Panels assessment of the individuals level of academic achievements and professional standing.
- Translational focus on drug discovery
- Collaboration with leading biotech companies
- Investing in you benefits package including salary packaging health and wellbeing programs discounted services and professional development opportunities.
The University of Melbourne
We take pride in our people who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more viaour websiteand stay connected with our stories and people onLinkedIn.
Your next career opportunity
As a Research Fellow in the Structural Biology and Computational Design Laboratory youll contribute to groundbreaking research in computational biology and structurebased drug discovery. Youll have the opportunity to work on projects with realworld impact from understanding diseases to developing potential treatments.
Collaborating with industry partners and utilising stateoftheart facilities youll be at the forefront of translational research in a supportive valuesdriven environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Conduct Innovative Research: Undertake computational biology projects focusing on structurebased drug discovery for targets of pandemic potential.
- Contribute to Scientific Knowledge: Publish original results in peerreviewed journals and present at national and international conferences.
- Secure Funding and Collaborate: Assist in preparing research proposals and collaborate with external partners to secure funding.
- Mentor and Supervise: Guide students at undergraduate honours and graduate levels on research projects.
You may be a great fit if:
You are an enthusiastic early career researcher with a strong background in computational and structural biology eager to apply your skills to understanding and treating human diseases in a collaborative research environment.
You may also:
- Hold a PhD in protein biochemistry or a related field with a focus on computational or structural biology.
- Have experience in structurebased drug discovery molecular dynamics simulations or AI applications in molecular biology.
- Possess excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Have experience in protein expression purification and biochemical assays (desirable).
- Be familiar with various biophysical techniques and protein expression systems (desirable).
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
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:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and wellbeing
- Progressive considerate leave provisions to empower your worklife balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and wellbeing services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive career development and training plus a 25 discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check outour benefitspage!
Your new team The Department of Biochemistry and Pharmacology
The Department of Biochemistry and Pharmacology has critical mass interdisciplinary teaching and a remarkable breadth and depth in research expertise that underpin our key themes of molecular understanding of biology and disease translational research drug discovery and development. The majority of the Departments research laboratories are located in the Bio21 Molecular Science and Biotechnology Institute affording excellent access to stateoftheart technology platforms.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a childsafe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued respected and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability age being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrierfree and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements please feel free to contact Kim Groizardor send an email titled Reasonable Adjustments to . You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians with unprecedented investment to attract nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information including ourIndigenous strategy please visit at the University what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesnt 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 available for this position.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you Apply today! Including 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 you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please feel free to contact Nick Petersen via email at ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position DescriptionAdvertised: AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: AUS Eastern Standard Time
Employment Type
Full Time
