Junior Programmer

Queensland Brain Institute

Established in 2003, QBI (http://www.qbi.uq.edu.au) is housed on the St Lucia campus of UQ. It is home to more than 450 staff and students, including 41 group leaders, working across a range of disciplines, who are focused on discovering the fundamental mechanisms that regulate brain development and function in health and disease. 

Over the past decade QBI has become known as one of the world's leading neuroscience research institutes. It played a key role in contributing to UQ attaining the highest possible score of 5 for neuroscience, in the 2010, 2012 and 2015 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) reviews, one of only two universities in Australia to achieve this.

The role

The primary purpose of this role is to develop Python scripts with associated support and maintenance for use by QBI researchers.  The successful appointee will work closely with QBI's Research Software Developer and IT team committing to a minimum of 20 hours of work per month.

The person

Applicants should possess appropriate qualifications in computer science with subsequent relevant experience or a combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. A breadth of knowledge in Python, XML and JSON as data formats is essential. You will also be required to prioritise your workload, work independently and meet deadlines while communicating effectively. 

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.

Remuneration

This is a casual appointment at HEW Level 6. The casual hourly rate is $49.04 plus employer superannuation contributions of 9.5%.

Position Description

 3037461_500262_Junior Programmer.pdf

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Dr Liz Cooper-Williams +61 7 334 66475 or e.cooperwilliams@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.

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