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Population Genomics Analyst
Australian Institute of Marine Science
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Townsville, QLD, Australia
AUD 100,862-110,957 / year
Posted on Nov 19, 2025
About this opportunity
In this role you will lead and contribute to bioinformatics and population genomic analyses to support genetic monitoring and investigations into the genetic architecture of thermal tolerance phenotypes in corals. You will advance and contribute to scientific investigations and develop analytical pipelines appropriate for coral population genomic bioinformatics and analyses.
Key responsibilities of this role include:
- leading and supporting scientific research and publications related to genetic diversity and coral adaptation, integrating insights on genomic architectures, phenotypes and environmental data;
- developing rigorous high throughput procedures for managing the rapid analysis of large genomic data sets; and
- providing comprehensive support, advice, and collaboration with respect to eukaryotic bioinformatics and genomic analyses.
About you
As a Population Genomics Analyst, you will hold a PhD in a relevant discipline with a developing profile of innovative research addressing substantivate issues in population genomics and/or genomic-enabled quantitative genetics, preferably for non-model organisms, published in leading peer reviewed journals. You are proficient in bioinformatics and population genomic analysis for whole genome sequencing and have experience and familiarity with theory and practices of undertaking genotype-environment association tests and/or genome-wide association studies. Advanced field and boating skills, ability to create linkage maps, and experience in detecting and interpreting structural variants are highly desirable.
Apply now and join a world leading organisation with attractive working conditions. In line with our Enterprise Agreement, the successful candidate will be rewarded with:
- AIMS AOF Level 4 (4.2-4.5) salary ($100,862 to $110,957 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation
- Full-time, 2-year Fixed Term opportunity
- Located in Townsville (Qld)
- 9-day fortnight, enjoy a long weekend each fortnight
- Flexible Work Arrangements considered including hybrid working (where suitable)
- Generous and supportive leave entitlements
- Access to Commuter car fleet arrangements to travel to site (in Townsville only)
- Salary Sacrifice opportunities
- Access to Fitness Passport program, offering discounted membership to selected gyms
- Employee Assistance Program
Discover more about Working at AIMS | AIMS.
Please note:
Non-Australian Citizens must hold an appropriate Visa with working entitlements that allows paid employment with AIMS from commencement and for the full term of the appointment, depending on the relevant Department of Home Affairs current policies.
Next step:
Further information about this exciting and challenging opportunity is outlined in the Candidate Information Pack which is available to download below. If, after reviewing the position description, which is included in the Candidate Information Pack, you believe that your qualifications, experience and professional capabilities will enable you to successfully the deliver the position responsibilities, we would be very interested in hearing from you.
Further information on the application process and tips for addressing Selection Criteria is available in our website Recruitment process | AIMS.
Submitting your application:
Please ensure that you have your completed documents (selection criteria responses, resume and cover letter) ready to attach to your online application form via our e-recruitment system which can be accessed via the "apply now" button below.
Position enquiries can be directed to Cynthia Riginos, Research Team Leader - Coral Reef Adaptation Team at c.riginos@aims.gov.au. Applications must be made through our website per above.
Applications close: WEDNESDAY, 26 NOVEMBER 2025 (11.45PM, AEST).
Attachments:
- 22004 Candidate Information Pack.pdf