Analytical Technician

Primary Detail

- Salary package: $99,161 to $109,457 (HEW 6) plus 17% employer's superannuation contribution and annual leave loading.
- Full-time, 6-month fixed term role until July 2026
- Based at Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

About The Role

We are seeking a skilled informatician who is ready to join our Bioinformatics team at the Australian Proteome Analysis Facility (APAF) as an analytical technician for a six-month fixed term position from January 2026 until mid-July 2026.

Reporting to the Bioinformatics Technology Manager you will:

• Contribute to the development and delivery of APAF's strategy, taking a role within the specialist stream of Bioinformatics
• Work with clients and APAF staff to develop and implement optimal Bioinformatics solutions and analysis, ensuring that they operate in a robust, accurate, cost effective and timely manner
• Contribute expert advice for the day-to-day operations, projects, initiatives and resourcing for Bioinformatics, ensuring a highly professional and effective service is provided to clients, team members, users and stakeholders
• Maintain knowledge, expertise and currency in sector trends and developments within Bioinformatics, working with stakeholders and the team to incorporate best practice and build protocols, capability and services.
• Assist in implementing, documenting and testing informatics methods, tools and capabilities
• Assist in validation and verification of tools and analyses to be used in NATA-accredited testing.

About You

You’re a versatile and detail-oriented professional with a foundation in software development, data science, and bioinformatics. You thrive in collaborative environments and bring a thoughtful, systematic approach to every project you tackle.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, applicants must address the Essential Selection Criteria below in a separate document or covering letter and upload the document as part of the application process with their curriculum vitae.

Essential

• Degree (preferably a postgraduate degree) in bioinformatics, information technology, data science or related discipline, preferably with a deep understanding of systems biology, proteomics and/or protein analysis
• A track record of designing projects and delivering effective bioinformatic/statistical solutions.
• Excellent communication skills—you can easily translate complex technical concepts and collaborate with experimental scientists.
• Practical experience in scripting languages, for example R, python or bash
• Proven work experience in bioinformatics, statistics and/or data science relevant to proteomics and protein analysis, including using and implementing key analysis tools.
• Adept at juggling multiple projects and delivering results on time.

​While the above is essential, experience in the below areas would be highly regarded:

• Experience using GitHub to for version management and collaborative development.
• A proven process for designing and executing systematic test plans for software.
• A strong track record with code interpretation, including the ability to explain complex code logic and create clear, comprehensive technical documentation.
• The ability to create compelling data visualisations and building tools to support them.

Role-specific Enquiries: Bioinformatics Manager - Ignatius Pang (ignatius.pang@mq.edu.au).

Applications Close: Wednesday 22nd of October 2025 at 11:59pm (AEST)

Why work at Macquarie  

We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability.

Our prime location, we are walking distance from Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Shopping Centre.  Not only are we close, take a look at our benefits on offer:    

• 17% Superannuation

• Subsidised onsite parking options   

• Flexible Working Options

• Training and professional development   

• Onsite Childcare Facilities

• Discounted health insurance (Medibank)   

• Onsite Vacation Care

• Employee Assistance Program

• Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre  
• Onsite GP, imaging & physio clinics 

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

Applications Close:

22/10/2025 11:59 PM

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