Bioinformatician

University of Auckland; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 111,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work practices

Superannuation 6.75%

Five weeks annual leave

Career development programmes

Discounted car parking

Parental leave

Childcare

Staff discounts

Job summary

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland invites applications for a Bioinformatician on a 24-month fixed term to contribute to the Precision Medicine Initiative (PMI). The role partners with clinical and research teams to develop, implement, and deliver accredited genomic pipelines and reproducible workflows.

You will analyze sequencing data, interpret results, and participate in clinical meetings, with emphasis on collaboration and communication.

Qualifications

• Experience with design and interpretation of research and clinical projects.
• Strong knowledge of advanced bioinformatic techniques.
• Ability to manipulate and analyze complex data using Python, R or similar.
• Excellent communication within teams and with external collaborators.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and deliver accredited clinical pipelines for PMI.
• Interpret sequencing data and contribute to multidisciplinary meetings.
• Collaborate with clinicians and researchers to translate data into insights.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Genomics

Python

R

Data analysis

Clinical knowledge

Communication

Education

PhD in Bioinformatics

MSc in related field

Tools

GATK

Nextflow

RStudio

Job description

• UoA Department Name: Operations Administration

Company Description

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. We have six academic faculties, two large-scale research institutes and a number of professional service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.

Our lecturers and health researchers are regarded as experts in their fields, frequently directing global research projects designed to better the lives of New Zealanders and the world, and in turn passing this knowledge on to our students.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team
The Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences is a diverse faculty with more than 4,000 students studying across six schools, led by world-leading researchers. We are committed to improving the health of our local, national and global communities through excellence in teaching, research, service and engagement.

Job Description

The Precision Medicine Initiative (PMI) is a collaborative programme based at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. It focuses on applying genomics and data-driven approaches to improve diagnosis, treatment, and care. PMI is hosted by the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (FMHS) in partnership with the Auckland Academic Health Alliance, working at the interface of research and clinical practice.

We are seeking a Bioinformatician on a 2-year fixed term to partner with key stakeholders inside and outside the University of Auckland, contributing to the clinical and research genomics work of the Precision Medicine Initiative.

You will support the development, implementation, and routine delivery of accredited clinical pipelines, and contribute to research projects through the design and execution of reproducible workflows. The role includes quality assurance and interpretation of sequencing data, often linked to clinical metadata. There may also be opportunities to contribute to variant curation and the preparation of material for clinical multi-disciplinary meetings, including molecular tumour boards.

While the focus of this role is research and clinical delivery, there is scope for involvement in research projects aligned with PMI’s translational goals.

We are looking for someone with strong core bioinformatics skills and a solid understanding of molecular biology or clinical genomics. The ideal candidate will be as comfortable interpreting the significance of genomic data as they are running the pipeline that produced it.

This is a full-time, 37.5 hours per week, 24-month fixed term contract. The salary range for this position is $110,700 - $136,700 per annum, depending on skills and experience
For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description

You will already have bioinformatic experience in the design and analysis and interpretation of research and clinical projects. Experience and strong knowledge and skill across a broad range of advanced bioinformatic techniques is essential. Your ability to perform complex data manipulation and analysis using Python, R, Stata and/or similar statistical software is a must. Strong communication will be essential in this role, both in your ability to work harmoniously within a team environment and independently, and your ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights.

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities.

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.

Additional Information

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF+ , people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz