"Senior Research Fellow (OceanOmics Centre)"

• World-class genomics hub driving breakthroughs in marine biodiversity research and conservation.
• Collaborative research environment with cutting-edge facilities and strategic partnerships for global impact.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 3 years.
• Base salary range: Level C, $144,143 – $165,809 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
• Base salary range: Level B, $118,150 – $139,812 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Minderoo OceanOmics Centre at UWA is a world-class research facility established through a collaboration between The University of Western Australia and Minderoo Foundation. Located in the Bayliss Building on UWA’s Crawley Campus, the Centre uses ground-breaking genomics-based research to characterise marine biodiversity. Focusing on Australia’s native marine vertebrates and regional marine ecosystems, we integrate advanced genomics infrastructure, specialist expertise, and strong collaborative networks to generate large-scale Environmental DNA (eDNA) and whole-genome sequencing datasets. Our work establishes a genomics-enabled foundation for biodiversity discovery, ecological understanding, informed conservation-management and the development of innovative biomonitoring solutions. OceanOmics Centre is staffed by a team of researchers, scientific officers and research technicians who are also part of the UWA Oceans Institute, a multidisciplinary research institution based in the nearby Indian Ocean Marine Research Centre.

About the opportunity

• Minderoo OceanOmics Centre at UWA is a joint initiative with Minderoo Foundation, advancing ocean conservation using marine genomics and whole genome sequencing of marine vertebrates.
• The Centre develops innovative laboratory and computational workflows for genome sequencing, assembly, data analysis, and open-access genomic resources to inform biodiversity conservation.
• Equipped with state-of-the-art sequencing technologies and robotics, the Centre collaborates with UWA, Western Australian Museum, DPIRD WA Fisheries and global partners to deliver high-impact research and management insights.

About you

• Tertiary qualifications in marine biology and a PhD in a relevant discipline such as genomics, bioinformatics, computational biology, molecular ecology, molecular biology, or molecular genetics.
• Proven experience in designing and leading research projects, with a focus on the development, optimisation, and application of genomic tools and technologies to marine species and ecosystems.
• Experience in planning and conducting marine fieldwork, including specimen and tissue collection, sample handling, and data recording in accordance with ethical and biosafety standards.
• Advanced understanding of molecular biology and high-throughput, next-generation sequencing (NGS) workflows, enabling effective collaboration with laboratory staff and the development and execution of optimised sequencing and analysis pipelines.
• Demonstrated experience in deriving biological insights from large-scale genomic datasets, including whole-genome sequencing, population genomics, or transcriptomics data.

Position descriptions: PD [Senior Research Fellow (OceanOmics Centre)] [Level B] [521831].pdf PD [Senior Research Fellow (OceanOmics Centre)] [Level C] [521831].pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Shannon Corrigan at shannon.corrigan@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday, 5 January 2026

This position is open to international applicants.

Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Generous paid leave including parental leave.
• Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
• Salary packaging available.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Discounted UWA course fees.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.