Dr. James Blackburn

Assistant Professor

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Biography

James Blackburn is a Conjoint Senior Lecturer at the University of New South Wales and Head of the Garvan Genomics Platform. He has over 23 years of extensive scientific experience and expertise across a broad range of research disciplines, including genomics, transcriptomics, and molecular developmental genetics. His work focuses on the advancement and delivery of genomic sequencing, single-cell spatial technologies, and flow cytometry services. Dr. Blackburn has been instrumental in the creation and adaptation of techniques and tools for fundamental and translational research, leading to the development of research-validated diagnostics for cancer-associated fusion genes and novel protocols to enhance precision in protein-DNA regulatory interactions. He is actively involved in supervising PhD and MSc Honours students and teaches undergraduate courses in the School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences.

Research Interests

Experience

Conjoint Senior Lecturer

2004-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Darlinghurst, NSW

Lecturer and supervisor for undergraduate and postgraduate students in clinical medicine and biotechnology.

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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