BACKGROUND

The CRI Act defines AgResearch’s purpose as “undertaking research�. Within this purpose we must adhere to six principles; to benefit New Zealand, pursue excellence, be ethical, transfer technology, be a good employer and exhibit a sense of social responsibility. However, none of this must occur at the expense of our financial viability, defined by the Act as operating as a going concern and earning an adequate rate of return on shareholders’ funds.

As part of AgResearch’s company strategy we are continuing to grow our business in the area of bioinformatics. This capability is essential for our science discovery.

In this position you will be part of a national team of 26 bioinformaticians, mathematical biologists and statisticians.

RESPONSIBILITIES

You will be an advocate for bioinformatics within AgResearch; you will work collaboratively on projects and will provide bioinformatics training and advice to science staff working in the biotechnology area.

REQUIREMENTS

• An excellent tertiary qualification in molecular biology or genetics
• Experience with the use of bioinformatics applications
• Knowledge of life sciences databases and the internet
• Well developed IT technical skills and web based technologies
• Experience in a training environment
• Excellent writing, speaking and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with Perl, Java or Unix Scripting

TERMS

Permanent position

LOCALE

Palmerston North, New Zealand

COMPENSATION:
Depend on qualifications

HOW TO APPLY

To find out more about this position please contact Peter Johnstone by email peter.johnstone[at]agresearch.co.nz or alternatively phone +64 3 489 9081.

For a job description and to apply on line please go to http://www.agresearch.co.nz/recruitment
Vacancy No AGR494.
Please provide contact details for 2 Referees with your application.

For general information on AgResearch please visit our website at http://www.agresearch.co.nz

DEADLINE

9th March 2007