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The OpportunityImagine humanAI teams working alongside scientists and cliniciansto turn complex data into testable hypotheses overnight and to move thoseinsights into better experiments, clearer interpretation and faster decisionsfor families. This work is already underway in our lab.We''re assembling a strike team of three exceptional postdoc researchersto design autonomous discovery systems that reveal the biology behindchallenging childhood diseases.Rare diseases affect 400 million people worldwide; most still lackanswers. Autonomous AI can compress months of genomic and literature analysisinto hours, scale evidence review across thousands of studies, and explore manyhypotheses in parallel so researchers and clinicians can focus on strategicdecisions and patient care.Every solution you build moves us closer to answers for realfamilies. You''ll join a team developing novel AI frameworks and next-generationdiagnostic tools, in a supportive environment designed to launch your career plusPerth''s outstanding lifestyle and connected research ecosystem.Your tasks will include the following:Build discovery engines that autonomously generate and test hypotheses across single-cell, genomic, and clinical data.Develop explainable AI that clinicians trust and families can understand.Design systems that learn from every case to accelerate future discoveries.Lead ambitious, high-impact projects with world-class clinical and computational teams, with full intellectual ownership.Publish influential research, supervise students, and contribute to grant applications as a named investigator.Leave with publications, data, collaborators, and leadership experience to advance your next step in academia, biotech, or industry.This full-time role will be based at The Kids Research Institute Australia, conveniently based at Perth children''s Hospital in Nedlands, Western Australia and will be an ongoing role.About YouTo be successful in this role, you should possess the followingskills and experience:PhD in Computational Biology, AI, Bioinformatics or related field (or biomedical PhD with strong computational skills).Fluency in modern AI/ML and emerging paradigms (agents, explainability).Track record of computational solutions to biological problems.Clear communicator across disciplines.Desirable:Experience in explainable AI, causal inference or autonomous systemsPublications in AI, genomics, single-cell or precision medicineBackground in rare disease, cancer or immunologyBold problem-solvingand a personal connection to the missionAt The Kids Research InstituteAustralia, we are committed to building a workplace culture thatreflectsthe communities we serve. We actively recruit, support and welcome applicationsfrom Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability,culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, people ofall ages, and those with diverse lived experiences. We also provide reasonableadjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuringeveryone has the opportunity to thrive.If you meet many, but not all, ofthe role requirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you tomention any career breaks in your cover letter to help us understand yourjourney.Our commitment to diversity andinclusion is reflected in how we:Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups.Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.Partner with communities to strength cultural awareness and belonging.Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups.We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can.Alongside our inclusive culture,you''ll enjoy:Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.Flexible and hybrid working options.Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities.Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance.How to ApplyIf this role feels like the right fit and anexciting new opportunity for you, please click on ''Apply Now'' to visitourCareer Site, view the Job Description, and submit your application.Please include a cover letter (no more than 2pages) that specifically addresses the skills and experience outlined in the"About You" section.Applications will only be accepted through our careerportal.If you are experiencing technical difficulties or requirereasonable accommodations in completing your application, please contact Click here for the Job DescriptionContact Name: Sasha GristContact Email: Closing Date: Applications are openbetween 9th December 2025 to 9th January 2026 at 11:59pm (30-day period) Wereserve the right to hire prior to the closing date. The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to beingchampions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourageapplications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including:Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability.As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of thefirstAustralian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity(SAGE)pilot program.We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the healthand wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people areat the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment andCareer Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginaland Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in theInstitute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.