• Maximise your pay through salary packaging including entertainment and novated leases
• Enjoy flexible and hybrid working options
• A collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• The chance to make a significant impact on genomics research and human biology
• We value our employees, which is why we offer a health and wellbeing program including free access to an Employee Assistance Program

What is the Centre for Population Genomics?

The Centre for Population Genomics is a collaborative initiative of the Garvan Institute of Medical Research (Garvan) in Sydney and Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) in Melbourne. The Centre is directed by Daniel MacArthur who previously led a team at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard in Boston that was responsible for the development and open release of the Genome Aggregation Database (gnomAD), a collection of genetic data from over 140,000 individuals that has become one of the most widely-used reference databases in human genetics. The Centre is focussing on developing cutting-edge tools and resources to facilitate the conversion of genomic data into improved diagnosis and treatment. Ultimately, the Centre will generate and manage the largest sets of genomic and clinical data ever assembled in Australia and apply these to solve various scientific and medical problems.

The opportunity:

Are you passionate about driving innovation in genomics and contributing to open-source projects? The Centre for Population Genomics is seeking a talented Backend Software Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in advancing human biology and medicine through cutting-edge software solutions.

As a Backend Software Engineer, you'll benefit from the security of a full-time, 3-year contract. Furthermore, you'll have the flexibility to choose your base of operations, whether it's the bustling Sydney hub at Garvan or the cosmopolitan atmosphere of Melbourne at MCRI. Your professional journey is tailored to your preferences, offering both stability and adaptability.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Backend Software Engineer, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of genomics research. Your role involves:

• Collaborating with our interdisciplinary team to develop and refine analysis methods, tools, interfaces, and visualizations that make complex scientific datasets accessible
• Contributing to open-source projects that adhere to best practices for widespread impact in the scientific community
• Partnering with renowned organizations like the Broad Institute to ensure the relevance and applicability of our solutions
• Playing a crucial role in enhancing the infrastructure and tools that support impactful medical research.

About you:

We're looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Proven experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on backend development.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or similar.
• Familiarity with web-based tools, APIs, and data analysis.
• Experience in open-source software development is a plus.
• Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills.
• A collaborative and proactive mindset, capable of thriving in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

Who we are

At Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, we share a powerful vision; to re-imagine the future of child health. We are the home to many life-changing scientific discoveries.

We are renowned for our cutting-edge focus on early interventions, improved diagnosis, prevention, and development of potential cures. Our success is founded on a philosophy of collaboration through a multi-disciplinary approach to solving the toughest questions in child health.

Murdoch Children’s is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, equity and respect that celebrates and values the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our people. We strive to foster a positive working environment that is underpinned by equal opportunity for all and consideration for the diverse voices of our people and the communities we serve. Murdoch Children’s is a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and is a committed subscriber to Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) and its principles.

If you're ready to contribute to a team that is at the forefront of shaping the future of population genomics, we encourage you to apply. Be a part of our mission to advance genomics research and have a lasting impact on human biology and medicine. Your expertise can help drive innovation and transformation in the field.

For more information, please refer to the position description. Any specific questions related to this position should be directed to Elise Richards at [email protected].

To be considered, applicants should submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Responses to selection criteria the via the position description, also attached

Please submit your application in one combined pdf document.

We welcome all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions and sexual orientations in our workplace and encourage talented people of any identity to apply to our vacancies. We will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process and in the workplace, please contact the People Leader listed above if this is needed.

All applicants, please be aware that in line with the Murdoch Children’s and VCGS COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all Murdoch Children’s and VCGS workers must be fully vaccinated (boosted), unless a valid medical exception applies.

Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.