Postdoctoral Fellow - Biochemistry

About Us

The Biochemistry Department at the University of Otago is a large research and teaching department. We teach biochemistry, genetics, plant biotechnology and related subjects to undergraduate and postgraduate students and conduct research into the molecular basis of life.

The Role

This postdoctoral project, based within the Rare Disorder Genetics Lab, involves identifying and analysing novel genetic variants causing developmental disorders. Variants will be identified through exome and genome sequencing datasets and investigated using a variety of molecular biology approaches examining consequences to transcripts, proteins and at a cellular level.

You will coordinate the organisation of clinical and genetic data, ensuring timely responses to clinician queries, and manage sample information. You will also assist with research supervision within the wider Bicknell group.

Skills and Experience

• A PhD in molecular biology or a related discipline.
• Preferred - demonstrated experience of exome / genome sequencing analysis.
• Organised, methodical, proactive, with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience supervising junior students in the lab.

Further Details

This is a full‑time (1 FTE), fixed‑term position for 10 months located in Ōtepoti, Dunedin, with a start date of 1 December 2025. The salary for this position is $92,350 per annum. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.

Informal enquiries can be directed to Associate Professor Louise Bicknell via the email address below.

Application

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number will close on Thursday, 6 November 2025. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.

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