Bioinformatics Officer
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title:
Bioinformatics Officer
Position Number: 17666
Faculty/Division: Sciences
Classification:
HEO 6
No. Direct Reports
& Highest Classified Position: N/A
School/Branch: Agriculture Food & Wine
FTE: 1.0
Reports to: (Title) Snr Research Fellow
Fixed X
Discipline/Unit: ACPFG
Position Summary:
The Australian Centre for Plant Functional Genomics (ACPFG) is a cereal crop genomics facility which conducts research in plant genomics to
develop cereal cultivars which are more resistant to environmental stresses, such as drought and salinity. To this end researchers investigate the
genetic mechanisms that regulate the responses to specific stresses at the molecular level, and try to unravel the underlying regulatory networks
that control plant growth under stress conditions. The Bioinformatics Officer will contribute to the development of computational and bioinformatics
capability of the ACPFG.
Position
Characteristics:
Scope
There is approx. 130 staff employed by the ACPFG across 4 nodes located at the
Universities of Adelaide, South Australia, Melbourne and Queensland. Working under
limited supervision, the Bioinformatics Officer will be located at the Waite campus of the
University of Adelaide and will provide support to a Pioneer-DuPont funded project, and
work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. It is expected that the incumbent will
have experience in a UNIX/Linux environment with strong programming skills.
Significant internal/external relationships
Other focus groups at the ACPFG
Other stakeholders within the University and beyond
Special conditions
Reasonable workplace adjustments will be made for people with a disability.
Some interstate and international travel may be required
Delegations
N/A
Continuing
Bioinformatics Officer
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Key
Responsibilities
and Outcomes
Describe the key
responsibilities and
outcomes required for the
role in the normal course
of work
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Actively participate in collaborative research
projects with a bioinformatics component
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Work closely with researchers to solve their bioinformatics challenges. This may
include providing advice on bioinformatics tools, and scripting work to facilitate data
handling and analysis.
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Undertake bioinformatics data analysis
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Assist in the analysis of large scale genomic datasets, including genome and
transcriptome sequence data.
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Software evaluation, implementation and
development
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Evaluate, implement and develop software for the analysis and visualisation of
genomic and transcriptomic data, and other applications as required
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Contribute to research outcomes (publications,
conference presentations and grant applications)
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Write reports to a high standard on analyses undertaken
Achievement Drive
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Plans carefully and sets goals for improving performance
Deals with conflicting demands quickly and calmly
Committed to meeting deadlines even with demanding timeframes
Communication
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Adapts style and content of communication of ideas and information to match the
audience
Uses high level communication skills to ensure their meaning is understood
Is persuasive and confident in communicating ideas
Negotiates win-win outcomes by exploring different positions and building consensus
Capabilities
and Behaviours
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Criteria
Continuous Learning
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Flexibility and Adaptability
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Develops and maintains personal and professional competence
Identifies personal development needs and pursues self-development through training
and education
Undertakes regular review of work practices to identify areas for improvement
Identifies possible solutions to solve an issue when raising it to the next level
Shows flexibility in coping with multiple and changing priorities
Adapts to changes in environment and work demands, working effectively with a
variety of situations and people
Adapts to responses and tactics to fit changing circumstances
Provides ideas for improvement and constructive input into change initiatives
Bioinformatics Officer
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Teamwork
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Service Focus
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Knowledge and
Experience
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Qualifications
Occupational Health, Safety and
Welfare Requirements
Provides appropriate information, support and encouragement to enable successful
task completion
Actively participates in team meetings through sharing ideas and contributing to
discussions
Accomplishes shared goals through accepting joint responsibility
Supports team members to achieve their goals by sharing workloads
Takes personal responsibility to resolve enquiries, requests or complaints
Uses initiative in actively and promptly following up with clients to ensure satisfaction
with the service
Seeks and acts on client feedback
Experience in a UNIX/Linux environment and strong programming skills in at least two of the following; R, C/C++, Perl,
Python, SQL, PHP or Java.
Demonstrated experience with next generation sequence data
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams
Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
Ability to manage and prioritise multiple objectives
Experience with genomic and transcriptomics data analysis (microarrays, RNA-Seq, SNP) is desirable
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Masters, Honours or Bachelors in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Physics, Engineering or related field or an
equivalent combination of education and experience
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All Supervising staff are required to implement and maintain the University’s OH&S Management System in areas under their control ensuring
compliance with legislative requirements and the established Performance Standards. All other staff will assist the Head of School/Branch to create
and maintain a safe and healthy work environment by working safely, adhering to instructions and using the equipment provided in accordance with
safe operating procedures. Where appropriate, staff will initiate and participate in worksite inspections, accident reporting and investigations, develop
safe work procedures and provide appropriate information, instruction, training and supervision. Staff will also inform the Head of School/Branch of any
unsafe working practices or hazardous working conditions .
Bioinformatics Officer
POSITION DESCRIPTION
University Expectations
All staff are expected to:
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Contribute to the efficient and effective functioning of their team or work unit in order to meet University objectives. This includes demonstrating
appropriate and professional workplace behaviours in accordance with the Code of Conduct, providing assistance to team members if required and
undertaking other key responsibilities or activities as directed by one’s supervisors;
Participate in the Planning, Development and Review which includes a regular review of their performance against the responsibilities an
performance objectives associated with the role and demonstration of appropriate behaviours which reflect a commitment to the University’s values
and strategic directions;
Perform their responsibilities in a manner which reflects and responds to continuous improvement; and
Read, understand and comply with all University policies and procedures.
Approvals:
Head of School / Branch Manager
Director Human Resources
Head of School / Branch Manager
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