At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team researching vaccine adjuvant discovery and development using cutting-edge techniques.
- Company: Griffith University, a leader in transformative education and biomedical research.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, learning opportunities, and corporate health discounts.
- Other info: Dynamic culture promoting diversity, inclusion, and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on global health while working with exceptional minds.
- Qualifications: PhD in relevant field and experience in laboratory work and data analysis.
The predicted salary is between 107420 - 107420 $ per year.
This position will be within Griffith University's Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics. The Institute brings together Griffith’s formidable strengths in biomedical research. By combining outstanding discovery and translational research, infrastructure, and training expertise our goal is to deliver real and immediate impacts locally and globally, transforming the lives of people around the world, especially those in disadvantaged communities.
The Research Fellow will work as part of a team on an exciting new project focused on vaccine adjuvant discovery and development funded under an NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence. The position is responsible for testing large libraries of compounds to facilitate the identification of novel immune potentiating molecules and follow up investigation to further define the action of hit and lead molecules. Research will include in vitro cell-based assays and mechanistic studies, in vivo assays, and application of machine learning/AI approaches to adjuvant discovery. The Research Fellow will also contribute to program and laboratory management.
Key responsibilities of this position include:
- Implementation of cytotoxicity, endotoxin and related assays
- In vivo immunogenicity and reactogenicity studies in mice
- Contributing to the development of machine learning/AI approaches for compound triaging
- Contributing to immunological and other assays, as required
- Data analysis and preparation of research reports, presentations and publications as required
- Acting as Program Manager for the Centre of Research Excellence
This is a fixed term (three years), full-time position based at Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.
The successful candidate will hold a PhD in cell or molecular biology/therapeutic discovery/vaccinology or a related area. In addition to the above, you will demonstrate:
- Experience in laboratory work including cell culture
- Demonstrated experience in managing large datasets, including performing assays and data analysis
- Demonstrated experience in therapeutic discovery and development approaches
- A high level of oral and written communication, excellent record keeping and good time management skills to ensure research activities are completed to the highest possible standards and within the required timeframe.
- Ability to work both collaboratively and independently to meet the requirements of the project.
- Flexibility to adjust working hours, where required, to meet project objectives and deadlines.
Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all.
Research Fellow, Grade 1 in Brisbane employer: Griffith University
Griffith University is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering extensive learning and development opportunities for its employees. Located in Brisbane South, the university provides a supportive environment with flexible work options, generous leave entitlements, and a commitment to employee wellbeing, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in education and transformation.
