Senior Lecturer — Human Genetics & Bioinformatics

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 162,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney invites applications for a Senior Lecturer in Human Genetics and/or Bioinformatics within the School of Medical Sciences. The appointee will contribute to research leadership, high‑quality teaching, curriculum development, and supervision of higher degree research students.

They will establish collaborations to enhance the university’s research profile and impact, mentor staff, and engage in translational activities that advance knowledge and practice in the discipline.

Qualifications

• PhD and relevant professional qualifications aligned with the position.
• Sustained record of high-quality, original research with impact.
• Experience securing and leading competitive research funding and collaborations.
• Strong national reputation with emerging international profile.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a reputation for academic excellence through research, scholarship and education.
• Secure, lead and contribute to competitive research funding and fund opportunities.
• Deliver high-quality teaching and coordinate learning experiences and supervision of higher degree research students.
• Develop, review and enhance curricula and learning resources to achieve excellent educational outcomes.

Skills

Research leadership

Grant writing

Curriculum development

Teaching excellence

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

The University of Sydney invites applications for a Senior Lecturer in Human Genetics and/or Bioinformatics within the School of Medical Sciences. The appointee will contribute to research leadership, high‑quality teaching, curriculum development, and supervision of higher degree research students.

They will establish collaborations to enhance the university’s research profile and impact, mentor staff, and engage in translational activities that advance knowledge and practice in the discipline.