Job Description

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This range is provided by Macquarie University. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

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Base pay range

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A$99,000.00/yr - A$109,000.00/yr

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- Salary package: $99,161 to $109,457 (HEW 6) plus 17% employer's superannuation contribution and annual leave loading.
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- Full-time, 6-month fixed term role until July 2026
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- Based at Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
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About the Role

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We are seeking a skilled informatician who is ready to join our Bioinformatics team at the Australian Proteome Analysis Facility (APAF) as an analytical technician for a six-month fixed term position from January 2026 until mid-July 2026.

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Reporting to the Bioinformatics Technology Manager you will:

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- Contribute to the development and delivery of APAF's strategy, taking a role within the specialist stream of Bioinformatics
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- Work with clients and APAF staff to develop and implement optimal Bioinformatics solutions and analysis, ensuring that they operate in a robust, accurate, cost effective and timely manner
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- Contribute expert advice for the day-to-day operations, projects, initiatives and resourcing for Bioinformatics, ensuring a highly professional and effective service is provided to clients, team members, users and stakeholders
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- Maintain knowledge, expertise and currency in sector trends and developments within Bioinformatics, working with stakeholders and the team to incorporate best practice and build protocols, capability and services.
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- Assist in implementing, documenting and testing informatics methods, tools and capabilities
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- Assist in validation and verification of tools and analyses to be used in NATA-accredited testing.
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About You

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You're a versatile and detail-oriented skilled with a foundation in software development, data science, and bioinformatics. You thrive in collaborative environments and bring a thoughtful, systematic approach to every project you tackle.

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To Apply

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To be considered for this position, applicants must address the Essential Selection Criteria below in a separate document or covering letter and upload the document as part of the application process with their curriculum vitae.

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- Degree (preferably a postgraduate degree) in bioinformatics, information technology, data science or related discipline, preferably with a deep understanding of systems biology, proteomics and/or protein analysis
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- A track record of designing projects and delivering effective bioinformatic/statistical solutions.
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- Excellent communication skills—you can easily translate complex technical concepts and collaborate with experimental scientists.
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- Practical experience in scripting languages, for example R, python or bash
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- Proven work experience in bioinformatics, statistics and/or data science relevant to proteomics and protein analysis, including using and implementing key analysis tools.
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- Adept at juggling multiple projects and delivering results on time.
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While the above is essential, experience in the below areas would be highly regarded:

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- Experience using GitHub to for version management and collaborative development.




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- A proven process for designing and executing systematic test plans for software.
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- A strong track record with code interpretation, including the ability to explain complex code logic and create clear, comprehensive technical documentation.
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- The ability to create compelling data visualisations and building tools to support them.
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Applications Close: Wednesday 22nd of October 2025 at 11:59pm (AEST)

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Why work at Macquarie

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We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability.

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Our prime location, we are walking distance from Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Shopping Centre. Not only are we close, take a look at our benefits on offer:

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- 17% Superannuation
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- Subsidised onsite parking options
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- Flexible working options
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- Training and professional development
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- Discounted health insurance (Medibank)
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- Employee Assistance Program
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- Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre
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At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community.

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Macquarie University is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications are encouraged from all candidates whose background, experience and expertise align with this opportunity.

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📌 Analytical Technician - Bioinformatics (New South Wales)
🏢 Macquarie University
📍 New South Wales