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Bioinformatician position

Description of workplaceThe Lund University Diabetes Centre (LUDC; www.ludc.lu.se) opens a position for a bioinformatician. LUDC is one of the largest diabetes research centres in the world with approximately 300 investigators and staff members working towards improved diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diabetes. The centre combines expertise in genetics, epidemiology, statistics, bioinformatics, molecular and cellular biology, physiology and clinical diabetes, and endocrinology to achieve these goals. LUDC has large unique biobanks and databases with genome-wide data linked to national registries providing information on disease etiology, progression as well as outcome and treatment. The centre has in-house platforms for most molecular genetic methods and metabolomics. Omics-information combined with extensive phenotyping allows a systems medicine approach to dissect the complexity of diabetes. A central theme at LUDC is to develop precision medicine to improve health and the quality of life of patients with diabetes.  We OfferLund University is a public authority, which means that you will benefit from specific advantages, generous annual leave, and an attractive occupational pension scheme. We also offer flexible working hours, providing good conditions for balancing work and personal life. Read more about working at Lund University here Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe successful applicant will be part of the Bioinformatics Unit at LUDC, which includes two bioinformaticians, a biostatistician, a data manager, a computer engineer, and an IT-data manager (https://www.ludc.lu.se/resources/ludc-bioinformatics-unit). The Unit provides bioinformatics, biostatistics, and computational support to anyone affiliated with LUDC, as well as access to a high-performance computing environment. The support includes involvement in long-term research projects, analyses in short-term projects, consultation, and training. A successful candidate will handle requests and deliver short and long-term bioinformatics solutions to non-bioinformatician scientists at LUDC. As such, they should be able to communicate effectively with non-specialists and manage their time across multiple projects. The successful applicant will contribute to manuscript preparation, with state-of-the-art analyses and publication quality figures. A successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of bioinformatics/computational pipeline development, implementation and management for a diverse set of ‘omics data, including but not limited to genomics, epigenomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, as well as clinical data and metadata. The candidate is also expected to independently follow the development in the field of bioinformatics, to work on improving existing pipelines and present alternative solutions on how to best utilize available data and resources. Another important part of the work that the successful candidate will perform includes quality control, processing, and analysis of data for the Human Tissue Laboratory (HTL), a key resource for LUDC researchers. The HTL collects human tissue samples for research purposes and performs central analyses on these materials, available to colleagues at the LUDC and Uppsala University. The successful applicant is also expected to participate in the training and support of LUDC staff and scientists in the selection and use of bioinformatics tools. QualificationsThe position requires: PhD in Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field. A proven track record in applying quantitative methods to data analysis tasks, as well as programming and computing cluster experience. Hands-on experience on manipulating, analysing, and annotating different types of omics data from high throughput technologies such as single-cell, bulk and spatial RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, CUT&RUN, DNA methylation, eQTL mapping, and immune repertoire sequencing, both in exploratory and pipelined fashions. Proficiency in R and knowledge and experience of BASH/UNIX. Experience of biostatistics and machine learning algorithms and frameworks (e.g. scikit-learn, Keras, Tensorflow). Experience in data analysis and data mining to identify trends and produce meaningful data visualizations. Experience with web-based bioinformatics tools and public domain biological databases. Highly capable of being involved collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, including laboratory scientists, medical doctors, epidemiologists, bioinformaticians, statisticians, and data analysts. We will also pay attention to personal attributes, favouring individuals that are self-motivated, flexible and that have the ability to work independently in a well-documented way, to manage multiple projects in parallel and to prioritize and comply with deadlines. Documented oral and written proficiency in English.  Meritorious qualifications: Experience working with reproducible research tools (e.g., Quarto, Git, Snakemake or other workflow languages and container solutions). Experience with artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and deep learning for the analysis of biological and biomedical data is considered.  GitHub profile with code examples is advantageous. Experience in any other programming language (e.g., Python). Experience with multi-omics data integration. Experience with analysis of metagenomics and (phospho)proteomics data. Outstanding communication skills (verbal and written) including public speaking and poster presentation. Experience in training and/or teaching. Experience of working in an international environment  Other informationThe position is a permanent full-time appointment (100%), with a starting date of 1 October 2026 or as otherwise agreed. A six-month probationary period may be applied. How to applyApplications must be submitted through the University’s recruitment system.The application should include a cover letter explaining your motivation for applying for the position and how your qualifications match the requirements of the role. The application should also include a CV, degree certificates, a list of publications, and contact information for three references. Apply Now

Senior Lecturer position in Medical Research

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 46 000 students and 8 500 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. The positions are located within the Faculty of Medicine. Departmental placement will be determined at the time of appointment. Premises, other infrastructure and resources for the positions are financed inaccordance with the standard model used by the Faculty. The positions is not a so-called combined position and can not be converted into one.Since the subject is defined as medical research, there is no specific need to fill. The purpose of these positions is to recruit internationally competitive researchers with documented ability to conduct independent high-quality research and with clear potential to develop into future leaders in academia. Work dutiesThe duties mainly include independent research and development work, supervision of M.Sc. and PhD students, but also teaching in first- and second cycle education, leadership and administration. Additional work duties may also be included. QualificationsChapter 4, section 4 of the Higher Education Ordinance states that a person shall be qualified forappointment as Senior Lecturer if he or she has demonstrated teaching expertise and been awarded a PhD or has corresponding research competence or some other professional expertise that is of value in view of the subject matter of the post and the duties that it will involve. The successful applicant is to have completed at least five weeks of training in teaching and learning in higher education or have acquired corresponding skills, unless there are valid reasons. In such cases, the appointee is to complete the required training in teaching and learning in higher education within the first two years of employment. Basis for assessmentThe applicant is to have demonstrated research and teaching expertise of significance for the subject. In ranking qualified applicants, particular weight will be attached to scientific skills.The applicant shall have demonstrated scientific skill through maintaining a high national andinternational standard as a researcher and should possess well substantiated scientific competence. The applicant is to hold a PhD in a subject area of relevance to the position. Scientific excellence must be demonstrated through an independent research profile that has achieved international recognition and impact. This entails that the applicant has established an independent line of research distinct from that of previous supervisors or research environments, has secured ongoing competitive research funding as the principal investigator, has completed a postdoctoral period in a research environment other than that in which the doctoral degree was obtained, and has published in peer-reviewed journals. Particular emphasis will be placed on publications where the applicant is the senior author. Importance shall also be attached to teaching skills and the ability to supervise M.Sc. and PhD students. The applicant is to have demonstrated expertise in teaching and supervision in first, second- andthirdcycle education. Skills in leadership, ability to co-operate and ability to integrate with thesurrounding community will also be taken into consideration. In the appointment process, particular emphasis will be placed on the applicant’s potential for scientific development. This includes the ability to build and lead a competitive research environment over the long term. The applicant’s research profile must also demonstrate the potential to strengthen the Faculty’s international impact and contribute to the development of excellent research environments. Particular emphasis will be placed on the applicant’s potential to develop into a future professor, including the ability to build and lead a competitive research environment on a long-term basis. For teaching staff at Lund University, there is a general qualification requirement to be suitable for the position and in other respects possess the ability to perform the duties well. In addition to the Higher Education Ordinance, the following apply to the appointment: Lund University Appointment Rules and the Faculty of Medicine’s general requirements profile and assessment criteria for the appointment of a Senior Lecturer (dated 2022-03-30) see:www.medicine.lu.se/faculty-medicine-lund-university/work-us/guidelines-academic-appointments In the Faculty of Medicine’s general requirements profile and assessment criteria for the appointment of a Senior Lecturer it is specified what type of documentation can be used to verify the applicant’s competence in terms of scientific proficiency, pedagogical skills, academic ledarship etc. Further information about the position is available from:Dean Maria Björkqvist tel: +46 72 700 71 63, email: Maria.Bjorkqvist@med.lu.se orVice-Dean Jonas Larsson tel: +46 46 222 05 80, email: Jonas.Larsson@med.lu.se Information about the application formalities may be obtained from Head of the recruitment, salary and HR support offices Kajsa Johnsson tel: +46 46 222 08 22,mail: Kajsa.Johnsson@med.lu.se (back in office from 12 August). Please note that response times during the summer may be longer than usual due to annual leave. The appointment is made after preparation in the Faculty of Medicine’s Academic Appointments Board. Instructions on how to applyApplications are to be made electronically via Lund University’s applications portal no later than the 10 of September 2026. Applications are to be submitted in accordance with the Faculty of Medicine’s guidelines for academic appointments see:www.medicine.lu.se/faculty-medicine-lund-university/work-us/guidelines-academic-appointments(List of qualifications for lecturers and creat a CV for an application) Apply Now

Louise Johnson Associate Professorship of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry

The Department of Biochemistry and St Catherine’s College are seeking to recruit an Associate Professor (APTF) to complement our expertise in cell biology. We welcome applications from across a broad range of fundamental research areas, such as genome stability, cell signalling and differentiation, and cellular architecture and mechanobiology. Applications are invited from early or mid-career researchers with a track record of leading innovative and independent programmes of work. This appointment will join our new cohort of academic positions named the “Louise Johnson Associate Professorships”, in recognition of Professor Louise Johnson’s pioneering research in the Department and her unstinting mentorship of women and other underrepresented scientists. We therefore strongly encourage applications from women and candidates from backgrounds underrepresented in Oxford academia. You will be joining a friendly, vibrant, democratic and international academic community, and will become part of a department and university with strong representation of women in leadership roles. Depending on your research topic, you will join one of our collaborative interdisciplinary research themes applying biochemical, biophysical and computational approaches to major questions in cell & developmental biology, genetics, microbiology, human health and infectious disease processes. High quality laboratory & office space will be provided in the Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin Building, where you will gain access to outstanding colleagues, facilities and expertise to support your research, including state of the art biological imaging, structural biology and biochemical facilities. We have a strong commitment to career development and mentoring at all career stages, and all our groups have access to a range of departmental and University training programmes. In addition to your research, you will contribute to teaching the next generation of Biochemists through our 4-year Masters-level degree course in Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry and by acting as a Tutorial Fellow at St Catherine’s College.You should have a higher degree (doctorate) and postdoctoral experience in a relevant biologically-related science; an internationally recognised research record, or clear potential to achieve this, demonstrated through impactful publications appropriate to your career stage; the ability to develop and lead an independent research programme, promote ethical and inclusive research culture, and secure research funding; a commitment to teaching and inspiring undergraduates from all backgrounds, helping them to realise their full potential; strong communication and interpersonal skills; the ability and willingness to contribute to departmental and college administration, outreach, and widening access. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and intellectually vibrant research and teaching environment in which the rights and dignity of all staff and students are respected. We value and celebrate diversity of background, perspectives and skills, and in doing so recognise that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. To find out more about the department’s equality and diversity statement please visit our website: www.bioch.ox.ac.uk/our-community. Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. To apply for this role and for further details, including the job description and selection criteria, please click on the ‘Apply’ link herein. The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 21 September 2026. Interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held over two days between 16-17 November 2026, in Oxford. Applicants are therefore asked to keep both dates available in the event that they are shortlisted. Contact Person : Professor Francis Barr Contact Email : head@bioch.ox.ac.uk Pay Scale : ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (TF-UNIVERSITY) Salary (£) : Grade 10a: Combined University and College salary from £57,986 to £77,366 per annum, increasing each year to the top of the scale, plus a college housing allowance and other benefits. Apply Now

Postdoctoral Researcher Position at the Center for Volatile Interactions

Biogenic volatile organic compounds (VOCs) have a profound impact on local and regional climates. Yet, this impact is highly uncertain due to the lack of reliable estimates for natural emissions and uptake of these reactive volatiles. All organisms produce, and some consume, mixtures of diverse volatile compounds such as VOCs, reactive nitrogen gases (e.g., HONO), and sulfur/halogenated compounds (e.g., DMS and methylhalides). However, biological sources and sinks of volatiles, other than terrestrial plants, remain poorly characterized. In the Center for Volatile Interactions (VOLT), we focus on VOC production, consumption and transformations associated with soil, cryptogams, freshwater, seawater, and glacial ice environments, as well as plant leaf and rhizosphere microbial communities. Our research encompasses experimental (field and laboratory) and modelling work and includes e.g. rate measurements, experiments with stable isotopes, and molecular analyses to assess volatile production/consumption processes and identify the organisms involved. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in a dynamic, collaborative, and international research environment. VOLT is a Center of Excellence housed in Universitetsparken, Copenhagen, where we have laboratory facilities and state-of-the-art instrumentation for analyses of volatile compounds, molecular analyses of microbial community structure and activity, as well as incubation and climate chamber facilities. We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a PhD in biology, chemistry or related fields, to conduct cutting-edge, hypothesis-driven research within the scientific area of VOLT, focusing on process understanding related to VOC exchange in terrestrial ecosystems. You have the opportunity to propose a research plan starting from your own skills and experience, working, for example, with leaf surfaces, tree stems, soil, or lake sediment. The candidate should have a strong publication record in biological VOC research, biogeochemistry, metabolomics, microbiology, or related fields. Experience in designing and conducting experiments based on hypotheses is required while experience with VOC measurements using mass spectrometric methods, especially PTR-MS or GC-MS (or related instrumentation) is desirable as is experience with isotope-based approaches for studying biological processes. In addition, experience conducting independent research, securing competitive research funding, and contributing to the development of external funding applications will be considered an advantage. Experience in advanced statistical analyses and programming (e.g., R, Python, or related tools) is an asset. Further information on the Department is linked at https://www1.bio.ku.dk/ and on the recruiting unit at https://volt.ku.dk/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Professor Riikka Rinnan, riikkar@bio.ku.dk. The position is open from 1/12/2026 or as soon as possible thereafter, and is for 2 years. The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background. Terms of employment The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff. Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State. Negotiation for salary supplement is possible. The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below. Please include Curriculum vitae Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent) Research plan – description of research plan (max. 3 pages) Complete publication list Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers *The deadline for applications is 13 September 2026, 23:59 GMT +2. After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Appointment Committee. You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/. Part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe’s top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career. Contact Riikka Rinnan E-mail: jrm970@ku.dk Info Application deadline: 13-09-2026 Employment start: 01-12-2026 Working hours: Full time Department/Location: Department of Biology Application Form

CeMM International Postdoctoral Program (Vienna, Austria) Pre-ERC Postdoc Program (m/f/d)

We are recruiting a group of postdocs who are eager to pursue ground-breaking biomedical research, and we will help them to establish themselves as future scientific leaders. This postdoc program is designed to prepare postdoctoral researchers for a successful ERC Starting Grant application or equivalent and for an independent research career in top research organizations in Europe and around the world. The postdoc program is based at the CeMM ResearchCenter for Molecular Medicine of the Austrian Academy of Sciences in Vienna, one of Europe’s leading centres for basic biomedical research – with clinical translation in mind. Our partners are the Medical University of Vienna, the St. Anna Children’s Cancer Research Institute (St. Anna CCRI) and AITHYRA. Selected candidates will join one of CeMM’s or St. Anna CCRI’s research groups for 3 to 6 years, addressing ambitious research questions in areas such as cancer, immunology, chemical biology, epigenetics, metabolism, genomic medicine, and aging research. Research projects will focus on medically relevant problems, including disease mechanisms, modern therapeutics, and diagnostic strategies. On top of this, postdocs will receive extensive career development and leadership training from the entire CeMM and St. Anna CCRI Faculty, as well as additional experts, in a highly collaborative and supportive environment. What we offer: A unique blend of a frontier research environment at top level with a strong medical and translational focus through the hospital setting and the connections to biotech and pharma. An international group of highly collaborative colleagues that will help you achieve your scientific and career goals. Top-notch environment with the ideas, projects, resources, infrastructure, collaborations, and mindset for ground-breaking research. Excellent track record of past postdocs who have become internationally successful principal investigators, professors, and entrepreneurs. Strong focus on disease biology and translational research: cancer, metabolic disorders, inflammation/infection, aging, drug discovery. Interdisciplinary projects connecting biology with medicine, experiments with computation, and discovery with translation. Unique opportunity to engage in close interactions with physicians and clinical researchers at the Medical University of Vienna and St. Anna Children’s Hospital on one of Europe’s largest medical campuses. Opportunities to collaborate with industry (biotech/pharma) and to get involved in academic start-up/spin-off companies. Training program in project management, scientific writing, visual communication, entrepreneurship, leadership, and data science. Special training for writing successful ERC Starting Grants as a ‘ticket’ to an outstanding academic career. Being part of a thriving academic and social community in Vienna, one of the cities with the best quality of life in the world. A competitive postdoc salary of EUR 5,014.30 gross monthly (following the recommendations of FWF), paid 14 times yearly. Full insurance (health, accident, pension) and a one-off payment for moving from abroad. CeMM’s and St. Anna CCRI’s HR departments and administratives team offer support with relocation, visa applications, onboarding, family support, etc. Whomwe arelookingfor: Candidates who want to pursue innovative biomedical research and substantially advance their scientific career. Candidates with international professional experience and enhanced potential to receive an ERC Starting Grant in the future. Open to both PhD (natural sciences) and MD (medical sciences) holders. From a variety of academic backgrounds: molecular biology, biomedical research, bioinformatics, biochemistry, bioengineering, etc. With the motivation, skills, experiences, and initial achievements (subject to academic age) to qualify for a competitive postdoc program. Required are scientific quality and originality, as well as a collaborative and interdisciplinary mindset. Potential Projects We are open to ideas that fit into the broader scope and mission of the CeMM Research Center for Molecular Medicine and the St. Anna CCRI, and expressions of interest in the research of all groups, but concrete projects and groups offering positions are: AI-powered research agents for bioinformatics and bioengineering (Bock Lab, CeMM/MedUni Vienna)Building on our CellWhisperer method for chat-based exploration of single-cell data (Schaefer 2025 Nature Biotechnology), we develop agentic AI and “virtual cell” models in the context of the Human Cell Atlasand the European Lab for Learning & Intelligent Systems, powered by large-scale single-cell, spatial, and CRISPR perturbation profiling. Tissue immunology, immunotherapy, cell engineering, and/or synthetic biology (Bock Lab, CeMM/MedUni Vienna). We develop and apply innovative technologies for analyzing immune memory (Krausgruber 2020 Nature), for high-content CRISPR screening (Bock 2022 Nature Reviews), and CAR T cell engineering (Datlinger 2025 Nature). As part of a newly funded ERC Advanced Grant, we will engineer smart CAR T therapeutics for solid tumors. Condensates, Chromatin and Translational Control in Pediatric Cancer (Grebien Lab, CeMM/St. Anna CCRI).We develop quantitative and functional approaches to map how leukemia-driving oncoproteins act in the context of phase-separated biomolecular condensates and how these structures regulate epigenetic states and cancer-associated gene expression (Terlecki-Zaniewicz et al., Nat Struct Mol Biol 2021, Troester et al, Nat Commun 2025, Kirkiz et al, Cell Rep 2025).We also investigate how RNA- and translation-associated processes regulate the development, maintenance and drug response in childhood cancer (Kodali et al, Nat Cell Biol 2024). Multiscale tissue remodeling during aging (Rendeiro lab, CeMM/LBI NetMed): This ERC-funded project builds on LazySlide ( et al Nature Methods), our scalable software foundation, and our deep learning framework for age prediction (Abila et al., Nature Medicine, in press) to engineer a body-scale machine learning foundation model of human tissue. By learning universal representations of cellular architecture across organ systems, this computational platform will map structural remodeling during aging and simulate the impact of therapeutic interventions against decline. https://rendeiro.group/ Pediatric Leukemia Biology (Seruggia lab, CeMM/St. Anna CCRI): We investigate the role of chromatin-modifying complexes in pediatric leukemia (see Batty et al. 2026 Nature Commun; Kutschat et al. 2026 Nucleic Acids Res) to identify disease mechanisms and novel vulnerabilities. We are also interested in how DNA regulatory sequences such as enhancers guide the differentiation of blood cells (see Montano et al. Nucleic Acids Res 2026) and have developed tools to dissect their regulatory logic at high resolution (see Becerra et al. Nature Commun 2026). We offer projects in these two areas of interest. The integrated computational transportome (Superti-Furga lab, CeMM/the Cori): This project will use AI-empowered integration and modeling of RESOLUTE data (https://re-solute.eu/) together with metabolic, structural, genetic and clinical datasets to generate new insights into transporter biology: how cells regulate access to the molecules of life, and how this regulation can be exploited for drug discovery.

Lecturer Laboratory and Biomedical Sciences

About the opportunity The School of Health Sciences is committed, through the Allied Health Expansion program, to creating new opportunities to better support the Allied Health labour force needs in Tasmania. The teaching activity for this role will focus primarily on Laboratory Medicine subject areas, with some engagement in other biomedical science areas as required. The incumbent will undertake teaching and administrative duties related to laboratory and biomedical science units at undergraduate and postgraduate level, including the development of teaching materials and student assessment utilising emerging technologies. The incumbent will be a member of the Laboratory Medicine team delivering a course accredited by the The Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS). Delivery of the course requires close partnerships with industry, government agencies, health and education sectors, and expertise in key discipline areas such as haematology and transfusion science, with opportunities to contribute to immunology, molecular biology, genomic pathology, microbiology and clinical biochemistry. What you’ll do: Make an effective and sustained contribution to the University in achieving its strategic objectives and fulfilling its operational responsibilities.  Undertake scholarly coursework teaching of a high quality, including unit coordination, development of teaching materials, delivery of teaching and student assessment. As part of a team, undertake high-quality research of national standing. Contribute to the development and maintenance of productive and effective links inside the University and locally, nationally and internationally. Facilitate quality work-integrated learning (WIL) experiences for students that has scaffolded, connected and supported andragogical experience.­ What we’re looking for: Experience and demonstrated achievement in university-level teaching and learning. Expertise in the key discipline area(s) of haematology, transfusion science, immunology, molecular biology, genomic pathology, microbiology, clinical chemistry or biochemistry. Ability and passion to create effective working relationships, and capacity to foster excellence in teaching. A record of effective research higher degree student supervision. Knowledge of current practices, issues and challenges in laboratory medicine/diagnostics and biomedicine in Australia and internationally. Salary details Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $155,885 comprising base salary within the range of $114,766 to $133,235 plus 17% superannuation. How to Apply To apply online, please provide [1] a 1-2-page cover letter briefly outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience; [2] your CV; and [3] a document providing detailed evidence to support your experience and capacity to address the following: Experience and demonstrated achievement in university-level teaching and learning. Expertise in the key discipline area(s) of haematology, transfusion science, immunology, molecular biology, genomic pathology, microbiology, clinical chemistry or biochemistry. Ability and passion to create effective working relationships, and capacity to foster excellence in teaching. A record of effective research higher degree student supervision. Knowledge of current practices, issues and challenges in laboratory medicine/diagnostics and biomedicine in Australia and internationally. Ahead of applying we strongly encourage you to contact Darren Henstridge, Associate Professor Health and Human Performance, Darren.Henstridge@utas.edu.au to clarify role specifics and insights into the areas of experience, achievement, and capability that should be emphasised in an application. Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process. For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application. Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.  Position Description – 503803 – Lecturer Laboratory and Biomedical Sciences.pdf Applications close Tuesday, 28 July 2026, 11.55pm As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process. To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role. Apply Now

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer – Anatomy & Physiology

About This Opportunity  Step into a dynamic and purpose-driven academic community where your teaching expertise will shape the next generation of biomedical scientists and health professionals. The School of Biomedical Sciences at The University of Queensland is one of Australia’s largest and most influential providers of biomedical education, delivering high-impact teaching across diverse health disciplines. In this Teaching Focused role, you will bring energy, innovation and leadership to anatomy and physiology education, helping to create immersive, future-focused learning experiences for students. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and elevate teaching practice, empowering colleagues, energising students, and contributing to a culture that values collaboration, creativity and continuous improvement. You will work within a supportive, high-performing environment where ideas are welcomed, teaching innovation is championed, and your impact extends beyond the classroom through curriculum design, mentorship and contribution to broader educational strategy. At UQ, you will be part of a community committed to creating change together, where your work directly contributes to student success, societal impact, and the advancement of health and biomedical sciences. Key responsibilities will include:  Teaching: Develop and deliver engaging, high-quality teaching across biomedical science disciplines, including lectures, tutorials, and practical classes, with a focus on student-centred learning. Citizenship and Service: Contribute to the School’s service activities through committee participation, collaboration with colleagues, and engagement with students, industry and the wider community. Supervision and Researcher Development: Supervise Honours and higher degree research students where appropriate, fostering skills development and academic growth. This is a teaching focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance. For further information, please click here to view the information booklet. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development. The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process. Interested? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Michael Piper at m.piper@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.  When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume, cover letter, and responses to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted. Other Information  Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia and qualifications. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package, however upfront costs will still be expected to be covered. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here. We’re dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623. Applications close Sunday 2 August 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-65027). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Thursday 27 August 2026. Apply Now

Learning from nature: PhD position in AAV virology with applications in Gene Therapy

Project Recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV) is a leading vector for in vivo gene therapy, with >200 clinical trials and six products approved in Europe. However, rAAV manufacturing remains inefficient, and manufacturing thus proposes a significant bottleneck for safe and cost-effective AAV-based gene therapy. A key barrier in resolving this bottleneck is the limited understanding of AAV biology. For example, how host cells, helper viruses, and AAV gene products interact to coordinate replication and encapsidation remains unclear. This means that improvements in rAAV manufacturing approaches are mainly empirically driven and incremental at best. In this project, the PhD student will explore the regulatory mechanisms that govern AAV genome replication and packaging, focusing on how host cells manage these processes. In collaboration with the lab of Reproductive Genomics (prof. Thierry Voet), the student will furthermore use single-cell transcriptomics tools to identify the genes and gene products that drive AAV replication and packaging across time. Additionally, the effect of genome rescue on rAAV manufacturing will be assessed.The goal of this PhD project is to obtain critical insights into AAV biology, using virological tools. Moreover, the PhD student will be challenged to translate these findings into improved methods for rAAV production processes, enhancing yield and quality. Ultimately, this will advance gene therapy development and benefit patients with currently untreatable diseases. Profile You hold a Master’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biosciences, (Bio-) medical Sciences, Bioscience engineering, Pharmacy or equivalent. You have a passion for hands-on experimental research, are interested in fundamental mechanistic virology and enjoy exploring new tools and technologies. Experience with basic life science techniques (cell culture, qPCR, western blot…) and working with viral vectors is highly desirable. Experience with RNAseq and/or single-cell methods is a very strong plus. A background in computational biology is highly valued. Candidates that do not have this background, are strongly motivated to acquire the relevant skills during the early phases of the PhD, supported by training and in close collaboration with experts in single-cell genomics. You have a creative mindset, and are not afraid to scientifically venture into uncharted territories. You are motivated to work in a dynamic and multidisciplinary environment, where you are challenged to work independently and critically evaluate your data. You have good communication skills and a strong command of English, both written and spoken. Offer We offer a PhD position (ideally starting October 1st, 2026) in a stimulating, interdisciplinary and highly translational research environment at KU Leuven. You will get the opportunity to work in state-of-the-art research facilities that nurture novel research initiatives. You will gain in-depth knowledge of gene therapy research and the associated development process. Additionally, you will be exposed to (single-cell) transcriptomics techniques and data analyses. The PhD candidate is expected to apply for a competitive personal fellowship (e.g. an FWO PhD fellowship), with strong support from the supervisors in proposal development and grant writing. Interested? For more information please contact Mr. Benjamien Moeyaert, mail: benjamien.moeyaert@kuleuven.be. You can apply for this job no later than July 28, 2026 via the online application tool Apply Now

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