Senior Research Officer/Senior Research Fellow (Perth)

The Chance Our Translational Genetics Team focuses on providingmolecular analysis of genetic variants, to deliver early, accurate diagnosis andinform best treatment for children living with genetic and rare diseases. Theteam applies functional genomics to interpret patient genetic variants, utilisinginduced pluripotent stem cells and directed differentiation to create personalised, and patient-specific disease models. We now have an exciting opportunity for a SeniorResearch Officer or Senior Research Fellow (level dependent on experience) tojoin our team toassist with our goal of reducing the time for patientdiagnosis from 5+ years to less than three months. This research will involvethe ongoing development of high throughput screening approaches for geneticvariant assessment. The position involves project development andexperimental design utilising the latest in induced pluripotent stem celldisease modelling, CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, and next generation sequencingapproaches. In thisrole you will have the opportunity to develop a world-leading rare diseaseresearch portfolio to deliver diagnosis and treatment to rare disease children inWestern Australia and across the globe. Key Responsibilities
- Develop new high-throughput CRISPR and single cell assays for genetic variant analysis.
- Design experiments to best interpret patient phenotype using appropriate disease models.
- Single cell RNA sequencing, bulk RNA sequencing, ATAC-seq, long read sequencing.
- Grant writing, preparation of manuscripts for publications, conference presentations, and clinical reporting.
- Contribution to research and clinical meetings for patient variant interpretation.
- Student and staff supervision. About You The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Molecular Biology,Cell Biology, Genetics or a related discipline, preferably with 10+ yearsresearch experience or strong track record in the field. You will alsodemonstrate:
- Extensive experience in molecular biology and cell biology methodology.
- Demonstrated experience in next generation sequencing.
- Capacity to identify research priorities and deliver project outcomes.
- Track record in scientific paper preparation and grant funding applications.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, and lead others.
- High-level written and oral communication skills. Diversity & Inclusion At The Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplaceculture thatreflects the communities we serve. We actively recruitsupport and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderpeople, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diversecommunities, LGBTQIA+ people, people of all ages, and those with diverse livedexperiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitmentprocess and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in how we:
- Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups.
- Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.
- Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.
- Partner with communities to strengthen cultural awareness and belonging.
- Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups.
- We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can. Benefits
- Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.
- Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.
- Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.
- Flexible working options.
- Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.
- Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities.
- Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rpuaf