Postdoctoral Fellow

Full time, fixed term until December Exciting secondment opportunity to work as a Post-doctoral Research Associate within the School of Medical Sciences in Population Genomics Base Salary starting at $113, % superannuation About the opportunityThe School of Medical Sciences isrecognisedas one of the leadingcentresfor medical science education in the world. With over 100 years of excellence in education, we are proud to be training the next generation of medical scientists who will be leading members of the medical research community with an innovative integrated curriculum. Our team of researchers lead key internationally competitive research from molecules to medicines, from patient to policy across a range oftherapeuticareas.Prostate cancer shows significant clinical and genomic disparity, with men of African ancestry adversely impacted. Having access to globally unique resources, the Hayes Lab is interested in uncovering the genomic drivers for this health disparity, including inherited risk and associated population substructure. With a focus in sub-Saharan Africa and under-represented populations across the globe, it is critical that the team provides a foundational reference and population evolutionary history on which to distinguish ancestral from somatic evolutionary trajectories. Ultimately, the successful candidate will lead studies defining population histories and relevant morphological, physiological and measurable traits associated adaptations, compare this variance to epigenetic and transcriptomic phenotypes, as well as cancer risk, direct clinical relevance and tumour-associated omic features, with the ultimate goal of defining the underlining ancestral contribution. The successful candidate should have a PhD in Population genomics and statistical applications, with a strong expertise in human (or cancer) evolutionary studies and computational genomics/genetics. The candidate should have evidence for high-impact publications, experience working within HPC environments, fluent in R, while ideally have demonstrated experience in cancer or evolutionary genomics. Your key responsibilities will be to:conduct research, scholarly or professional activity independently or as part of a team, contributing to discipline knowledgedevelop and refine independent research skills under the supervision of more senior academic staffprovide informal and formal mentoring and advice to students within the disciplinecarry out administrative tasks and contribute to faculty and school meetingscontribute to a positive workplace culture that values diversity of thought, collaboration, excellence and achieving outcomesunderstand and contribute to furthering the university and faculty or school strategic agendaundertake other duties and contribute to projects appropriate within the classification level as required.About youPhD in a relevant field is preferreddemonstrated understanding of the subject matter within the disciplineexperience conducting original research and evidence of high-impact publication/sa developing research profile in their discipline or area of expertisea developing network of academic, industry and professional partners and stakeholdersstrong research capability, planning and organisational skillsdemonstrated ability to communicate effectively and deliver presentationsstrong computer literacy.Sponsorship / work rights for AustraliaWork Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.EEO statementAt the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.How to applyApplications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Ajaypal Singh, Recruitment Operations by email to The University of SydneyThe University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.Click to view the Position Description forthis role.Applications CloseMonday 16 February :59 PM

Created: 2026-02-11