About the role
Mater Research is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow – Data Scientist to join our dynamic Pregnancy and Development Group based at the Translational Research Institute, South Brisbane. This full-time, fixed-term 3-year position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of placental biology research, combining cutting-edge molecular biology with advanced bioinformatics to drive discoveries that impact maternal and fetal health.
Salary: Commensurate with experience plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!
What you’ll be doing
You will design, conduct, and analyse complex molecular biology experiments alongside high-throughput biological data, including genomics, transcriptomics, and single-cell sequencing. Your role will involve developing and applying bioinformatics pipelines to interpret data and generate novel insights into placental function and pathology. Additionally, you will contribute to laboratory management, mentor junior staff and students, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance impactful research projects.
About you
To be considered for this position you should have:
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Genetics, or a related discipline
- Proven expertise in molecular biology techniques (e.g., cloning, PCR, cell culture) and bioinformatics analysis (e.g., R, Python, sequencing data analysis)
- Experience with high-throughput sequencing data, including genomics, transcriptomics, or single-cell sequencing
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong organizational skills with experience in laboratory management and mentoring
Why join us?
Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.
We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
- Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
- Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- Convenient, discounted on-site parking
- Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
- Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.
Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE
Applications close on the 27th of January, 2026. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!
Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.
Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.
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