Clinical Bioinformatician - Molecular Pathology
MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000
At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Full Time Fixed Term Role
The Department of Pathology at Peter Mac provides molecular testing services to support cancer diagnosis and treatment decisions for Peter Mac patients, and cancer patients Australia-wide. We maintain a complex genomic sequencing platform and have a dedicated Clinical Bioinformatics team to develop, release and maintain our bioinformatic pipelines. A Bachelor of Science or equivalent qualification in Bioinformatics or Computer Science, proficiency in Python programming and LINUX Shell scripting, previous working experience with genomic data analysis, and ideally experience working with cloud computing, containers and workflows would be preferred.We are seeking a Clinical Bioinformatician to join our Molecular Pathology Laboratory in the Department of Pathology. You will work within the Clinical Bioinformatics team to provide best-practice development, validation, and support of our clinical next generation sequencing bioinformatic pipelines.
ABOUT THE ROLE
- 2 year fixed term ending June 2027
- Full Time 80 hours per fortnight + ADO
- Parkville location with hybrid working and multiple public transport options available
- Salary range between $74,448.4 -$82,305.6 depending on experience + salary packaging + super + 4 weeks annual leave
ABOUT YOU
A Bachelor of Science or equivalent qualification in Bioinformatics or Computer Science, proficiency in Python programming and LINUX Shell scripting, previous working experience with genomic data analysis, and ideally experience working with cloud computing, containers and workflows would be preferred.
OUR BENEFITS
- We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
- Salary packaging to increase your take home pay
- Discounted health insurance and eye care
- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
- Public transport options at our doorstep and end of journey facilities for cyclists
JOIN US!
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check, and may require a valid Working with Children Check. Many staff are required to be vaccinated against, or demonstrate immunity to, COVID-19, influenza, and a range of other diseases.
Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
Victorian Department of Health has endorsed the initiative to restructure existing public pathology by bringing together laboratories into pathology networks operating under a lead health service.
Pathology services from the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, the Royal Women’s Hospital and the Royal Children’s Hospital will transition to a single pathology service. This creates an exciting opportunity to strengthen the scope, scale and reach of pathology services across the Parkville precinct to benefit all Victorians.
This role will transition to the new lead health service for pathology services once determined.
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary.
Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager:Roxane.Legaie@petermac.org
Contact Number: 03 855 98407
Email:Roxane.Legaie@petermac.org
Applications Close: 11:59PM 28th May 2025
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Position Summary
The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre offers cutting edge cancer genomics screening and analysis for actionable clinical interpretation. Our clinically targeted next generation sequencing panels and bioinformatics pipelines require embedded clinical bioinformatics expertise within the Pathology Department.
This position will support the Molecular Pathology Laboratory to provide the highest quality of molecular services to the patients of Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and its external clients.
Key duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Assisting with the bioinformatics requirements for the department’s R&D projects through the implementation and maintenance of informatics solutions for the analysis of various next-generation sequencing data.
NOTE: The hours of this position are subject to change in line with our commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
Enterprise Agreement
Health and Allied Services, Managers and Adminstrative Workers
Classification or Salary Range
HS3 year 1- 5
Immunisation Risk Category
Immunisation Category C
Key Relationships
Internal:
Team leaders Clinical Reporting
Team Leader Laboratory Operations
Team Leader PathOS
Research Computing Facility (RCF)
Bioinformatics Core Facility
Molecular Genomics Core Facility
ICT Department
External:
Clinicians, external clients, external collaborators and institutions
Education
Skills
Essential Requirements:
- BSc or equivalent in Bioinformatics or Computer Science
- Prior full-time work experience as Bioinformatician
- Excellent Python programming skills
- Solid experience with LINUX and Shell scripting
- Experience with NGS data analysis
- Excellent verbal communication, organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
Desirable Requirements:
- MSc or equivalent in Bioinformatics or Computer Science
- Prior full-time work experience as Bioinformatician in a clinical setting
- Experience working with cloud computing, containers and workflows
- An interest in clinical applications of NGS in cancer
- Familiarity with cancer genetics, cancer research, cell biology, or personalised medicine
Certifications, Licenses & Registrations
Key Accountabilities
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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
- Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
- Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
- We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.