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Research Fellows (Statistics/Epidemiology)

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
Australia
Closing date
Nov 7, 2016

Job Details

INSTITUTE FOR MOLECULAR BIOSCIENCE

The University of Queensland's Institute for Molecular Bioscience (IMB) is a leading global life sciences research institute committed to improving quality of life through research. IMB was established in 2000 as UQ's first research institute and is the cornerstone of one of the largest bioscience research precincts in Australia.

The Institute is home to more than 450 researchers, postgraduate students and support staff from more than 40 countries who work in partnership with their academic, industry and clinical colleagues around the world to advance knowledge in areas including pain, rare diseases, inflammation, superbug infection, cardiovascular disease, environmental research, drug discovery and development, cancer, diabetes and obesity, and reproductive health. Our mission is to drive the bioeconomy and create better health; our vision is to be a life sciences institute with global impact.

By investigating how we grow and develop at the genetic, molecular, cellular and organ levels, IMB researchers can better understand the development processes and pathways involved in human and animal health and disease. The institute also has the technical capacity to translate its new knowledge into drugs, diagnostics and technologies to more effectively prevent, detect and treat disease; and pursue opportunities in a range of biotechnology applications for health, industry and the environment.

IMB's research outcomes are protected and commercialised by UQ-owned technology transfer group UniQuest.

Details of the research interests of the Institute may be accessed on the Institute's website at: http://www.imb.uq.edu.au.

The role

The successful appointee/s (one to two positions) will work with data dumps from Medicare and from the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme to extract, analyse and interpret the data. Our focus is primarily psychiatric disorders, in particular comorbidities, drug use and longitudinal trajectories.

Level A postdoctoral staff will be required to work with lead researchers on existing projects, whilst level B postdoctoral staff will be expected to develop and run their own research program in collaboration with members of the Program.   

The person

Applicants should possess a PhD in statistical genetics, quantitative genetics, bioinformatics, computer programming, statistics or other relevant areas. Evidence of research productivity, including publications, conference presentations and external grant applications is essential.  Applicants should also have knowledge of the principles of genetics and genomics as well as linear model methodology.  Computing skills, including in scripting languate and programming is required.  Applicants should also have self-reliance, motivation, and an ability to work collaboratively with colleagues. 

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion.

Applications are particularly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. For further information please contact our Australian Indigenous Employment Coordinator at: atsi_recruitment@uq.edu.au  

Applications are also encouraged from women.

This role is a full-time position; however flexible working arrangements may be negotiated.

Remuneration

This is a full-time, fixed term appointment for up to 3 years at Academic Research Level A or B. The remuneration package will be in the range $73,356 – $84,985 p.a. (Academic Research Level A) or $89,458 – $106,232 p.a. (Academic Research Level B), plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $88,123 - $102,094 p.a. (Academic Research Level A) or $104,667 - $124,291 p.a. (Academic Research Level B)).  The level of appointment will be commensurate with the successful appointee's qualifications and experience.

Position Description

Download File Position Description_499580_3036168.pdf

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Associate Professor Jian Yan on +61 7 334 66396 or jian.yang@uq.edu.au.

To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button below. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.

For information on completing the application process click here.

Reference: 499580

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