Research Data Scientist
Core
Transform complex research data into insights to advance global brain health and develop precision diagnostics for neurology.
Role type
Research Data Scientist (Bioinformatics & Data Science)
Builds
Research pipelines, analytic tools, and data platforms for genomics, proteomics, transcriptomics, imaging, and clinical data.
Domain
Biomedical research / Neurosciences / Brain health
Deliverable
production ML models | research | dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Bioinformatics, Data science, R, Python, Jupyter Notebook, Git/GitLab/GitHub, Nextflow, Common Workflow Language, Machine learning (PyTorch), HPC platforms, Containerisation, Image analysis, Secure data handling, FAIR data principles
Preferred skills
PhD in relevant discipline, Track record of peer-reviewed publications, Independent research design
Technologies
PyTorch, Nextflow, Common Workflow Language, JupyterLab, Neurodesk, NCI, ARDC Nectar Research Cloud
Responsibilities
Collecting and organising source research data into structured repositories; Analysing data and developing new analytic tools and processing pipelines; Visualising and presenting data using specialised bioinformatics tools; Setting up and configuring data processing platforms and environments; Helping research staff access tools and building their capability through training; Contributing to research publications and data sharing.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC (Level A) or Principal/Independent Researcher (Level B)