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Forest Bioinformatics Research Scientist
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Location Australia (New South Wales) - Australasia
Town/City Yarralumla, ACT
Salary Additional Information $75K - $101K Plus Superannuation
Salary Range 80,000 - 120,999
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level Mid Level
Deadline 02/06/2008
Company Name CSIRO
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The Genetics group aims to use genomic discoveries to complement breeding programs for Australia’s major plantation tree species. This position’s key role is to develop and apply bioinformatics to genomics research and develop system biology to link genomics with quantitative, and population genetics and phenomics.  The position will fill a critical shortage in our bioinformatics capability.  The duties of the position will include:
  • Develop and apply bioinformatics’ solutions to solve unique problems in genomic research of tree species (70%) including
    • Data base management, sequence analysis, genome annotation
    • Gene expression, gene network analyses
    • Analyses of association genetics
  • Develop system biology for tree species to integrate allele effects from molecular genetics into quantitative breeding programs and to model processes in biological systems (30%).
  • Close collaboration with scientists working in molecular biology, association genetics, population genetics and quantitative genetics

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

 
 
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Reference Number:2008/609
 Position Title:Forest Bioinformatics Research Scientist
 Division:CSIRO Forest Biosciences
 Location:Yarralumla, ACT
 Classification:CSOF5 to CSOF6
 Salary Range:$75K - $101K Plus Superannuation
 Tenure:Indefinite
 Applicants:International Applicants Welcome
 Applications Close:2 Jun 2008
 Job Category:
 		Scientific Research
 

Position Description

 
   
 

Key behaviours

This section outlines key attributes we seek in the candidate.  Some examples are provided.

  • Strong commitment to team-based processes and outcomes.
  • Strong communication and motivational skills.
  • Good inter-personal skills and active support of code of conduct & OH&S

Key result areas

  • Contribute to forest genomics, phenomics, and informatics research program
  • Lead in database establishment and maintenance for genetics and genomic studies.
  • Develop innovative concepts, theories, tools and techniques for analysis of genomic data from gene discovery, gene networks and association genetics.
  • Actively engage in development of forest system biology through modelling biological process of gene action and interaction
  • Publish findings through integration of genomics, quantitative and population genetics and help ensure high standards of research products and improve uptake of research outcomes within industry and government
  • Help build CSIRO’s research reputation for integrated and multi-disciplinary science related to advanced tree breeding
  • Contribute to the effective functioning of a research team and help deliver upon CSIRO’s organisational objectives
 
 
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 Selection Criteria 
   
 

Essential

  1. PhD and/or equivalent and documented research in bioinformatics disciplines or related statistical and computational biology.
  2. Demonstrated conceptual and practical knowledge and skills in genomics and genetic analyses.
  3. Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication, negotiation and representational skills
  4.  Ability to manage and negotiate resource requirements with research managers and clients.
  5. Demonstrated ability to take responsibility for a work area within a multi-disciplinary research team.

Desirable

  1. Experience in molecular biology
  2. Experience in software development
  3. Demonstrated ability in problem-solving and publication
 
 
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 More Information 
   
 

CSIRO prefers applications be lodged online via this careers site.

You are required to include two documents

(1) "Covering Letter Addressing the Selection Criteria" and

(2) "Resume or CV" including the names of at least two referees. 

Note:Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered.

If you experience difficulties applying online call 1300 301 509 and someone will be able to assist you. Outside business hours please email: csiro-careers@csiro.au

If you are unable to lodge your application online you can post your application to:

CSIRO Careers Online
PO Box 1700
CANBERRA ACT 2601 or fax your application (quoting reference number 2008/609) to (02) 6246 4455.

If after reading the selection documentation you require further information please contact Harry Wu or Simon Southerton via email Harry.Wu@csiro.au; Simon.Southerton@csiro.au  or phone Harry on 02 6281 8330 or Simon on 02 6281 8209.

Please apply via the “Apply Now” link provided at the top and bottom of this advertisement. Applications received directly by Harry Wu or Simon Southerton will not be considered
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