Lecturer or Senior Lecturer - Functional Genomics

UNSW; Canberra; On-site; AUD 133,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% Superannuation

Annual leave loading

Job summary

UNSW seeks a Level B/C researcher to conduct cutting-edge genomic research and supervise HDR students. You will design and lead projects, develop competitive grant proposals, and collaborate with hospitals and industry to translate findings.

The role includes delivering teaching across molecular biology and genomics, mentoring students, and contributing to a safe, inclusive research culture. 2-year fixed-term tenure-track potential is offered.

Qualifications

• PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated track record in functional genomics research with outcomes of high quality and high impact.
• Experience with genome engineering or perturbation approaches, including CRISPR-Cas systems or related programmable perturbation technologies.
• Experience with isogenic iPSC disease models and/or organoid models is advantageous.
• Demonstrated teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence.
• Ability to support students from diverse backgrounds and contribute to inclusion initiatives.
• Ability to work in a team and build effective relationships.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research activities under supervision, independently or in teams, and design research projects.
• Develop applications for competitive funding with senior colleagues.
• Deliver a Predict-Perturb-Validate-Translate workflow using genomic, molecular and clinical data.
• Apply CRISPR or related perturbation methods and perform validation studies.
• Develop quantitative readouts using methods like transcriptomics, imaging, proteomics, single-cell analysis.
• Collaborate across UNSW and partner institutes to support research opportunities.
• Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in molecular biology and genomics.
• Mentor HDR students and contribute to a collegial and inclusive research culture.
• Design teaching activities and resources and provide assessment and feedback.

Skills

Genomics research

CRISPR genome editing

Teaching & supervision

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Quantitative biology

Education

PhD in related discipline

Tools

CRISPR-Cas systems

Organoid models

Job description

• One of Australia’s leading research & teaching universities
• Vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community & inclusion
• Enjoy a career that makes a difference by collaborating & learning from the best

This Job is based in Australia

About The Role

• LEVEL B - $133 - $156 / LEVEL C - $161k - $185k plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading
• Fixed Term – 2 years – Convertible Tenure Track
• Full time (35 hours)

LEVEL B:

Specific responsibilities for this role include:

• Conduct research/scholarly activities under limited supervision, either independently or as a member of a team (as per the norms of the discipline) and design research projects.
• Contribute to the development of applications for competitive funding under the guidance of senior colleagues, including participating as co-investigator or chief investigator in competitive grant applications.
• Assist with delivery of a Predict-Perturb-Validate-Translate workflow using genomic, molecular and clinical data.
• Apply CRISPR or related perturbation methods, rescue/validation studies, pooled screens or arrayed screens.
• Develop quantitative readouts using methods such as transcriptomics, high-content imaging, flow cytometry, proteomics, single-cell analysis, drug response or other molecular/cellular phenotypes.
• Collaborate across UNSW, affiliated medical research institutes, hospitals, national infrastructure and industry to support platform use, translational opportunities and multidisciplinary projects.
• Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in molecular biology, biotechnology, genomics, stem cell biology, genome engineering, disease modelling or related areas.
• Mentor and guide students and colleagues, develop the next generation of academics through involvement in supervision of HDRs and contribute to a collegial, inclusive and safe research culture.
• Apply a well-defined teaching philosophy and a critically reflective teaching practice that inspires student learning.
• Design and develop learning activities and resources, and provide assessment and feedback at both course and program level using a range of suitable approaches and learning environments.
• Make a positive contribution by leading School meetings and seminars and be a member of School/Faculty committees as required.
• Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values.
• Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.

LEVEL C:

(in addition to the above)

• Supervise HDRs to timely completion as primary supervisor; and contribute to HDR review panels.
• Establish and lead an independent research program in functional genomics and disease modelling, producing high-quality publications and competitive grant applications.
• Obtain research income through nationally competitive research grants (and/or research fellowships) and partnerships with research end-users, as a member or leader, at or above the level that is relevant to the discipline in leading universities.

About The Successful Applicant

LEVEL B:

• A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated track record in functional genomics research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership.
• Experience with genome engineering or perturbation approaches, including CRISPR-Cas systems or related programmable perturbation technologies.
• Experience with isogenic iPSC disease models and/or organoid models is not essential but would be advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence (e.g. relevant discipline-based curriculum design and development at a variety of levels and scales).
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and contribute to student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

LEVEL C:

(in addition to the above)

• Experience in successfully recruiting and supervising high calibre students.
• Evidence of fostering teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence in others.
• Demonstrated success in initiating curriculum development and improvement.

You should systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application.

Applications close: September 23rd, 2026

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.