Dr. Hyungtaek Jung

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Hyungtaek Jung joined the Australian National University (ANU) College of Health and Medicine, specifically in the National Centre for Indigenous Genomics. His primary objective involves supporting life scientists in analyzing extensive biological data produced by cutting-edge sequencing technologies. His mission focuses on overcoming current limitations of human reference genomes by creating comprehensive genomic resources tailored for the Indigenous Australian population. This includes generating haplotype-resolved telomere-to-telomere genomes, compiling thorough catalogs of genetic variations anchored to Indigenous T2T genomes, and facilitating clinical genomics applications within Indigenous communities. Dr. Jung brings a wealth of successful experience, collaborating with diverse national and international laboratories. His expertise spans various fields, including life sciences, clinical sciences, aquaculture, agriculture, molecular ecology, genomics, and bioinformatics.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

2021-01-01 — Present

National Centre for Indigenous Genomics • Canberra, ACT

Research Fellow focusing on genomic resources tailored for Indigenous Australian populations.

Requirements for Australian National University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:55
Reading
Required:55
Writing
Required:55
Speaking
Required:55
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or international equivalent Cognate discipline for some specializations
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Copy of Passport
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.