Classification: Academic level A
Salary package: $87,135 - $109,369 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Fixed term (up to 12 months)
Position Description and Selection Criteria:
The Position
The Postdoctoral Fellow is research focused only. The Postdoctoral Fellow will be required to conduct independent yeast genomics research for non-alcoholic beer brewing; publish in refereed journals and present at conferences. They will collaborate with senior staff on external funding applications and research proposals, supervise undergraduate, honours, and graduate students, and assist with research student supervision. The Postdoctoral Fellow will contribute to School operations and maintain high academic standards, ensure workplace health and safety compliance and demonstrate commitment to equal opportunity principles and perform other duties consistent with position classification and comply with ANU policies.
The Person
We’re looking for a motivated researcher with a PhD (or near completion) in fungal genomics or a related field, proven research output, and strong computational skills (Linux, Python, R, HPC). You’ll bring experience handling large genomic datasets, developing analysis workflows, and contributing to funding bids. Solid teamwork, supervision, and communication skills, along with a commitment to equity and inclusion, are essential.
The School/Department
The Research School of Biology is a leading centre of biological research in Australia. Researchers have a tradition of excellence in addressing the world’s most pressing food security issues, including plant microbe interaction and fungal genomics.
The College/Division
The ANU College of Science and Medicine encompasses the following disciplines: Astronomy and Astrophysics, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Physics, Medicine and Psychology, and Medical Research. It is also home to various cross-disciplinary and specialist institutes and centres. Staff and students within the ANU College of Science and Medicine conduct research and deliver research-led education programs spanning the entire breadth of the sciences, supported by extensive international networks and world-class facilities.
For further information please contact, Benjamin Schwessinger, Professor T: +61 2 6125 7794, E: Benjamin.schwessinger@anu.edu.au.
The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.
Application information
In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:
- A statement addressing the selection criteria.
- A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
- Other documents, if required.
Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.
Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.
CLOSING DATE: Sunday 26 October 2025 11.55pm (Canberra time)
📌 Postdoctoral Fellow
🏢 The Australian National University
📍 Canberra