Immunology Associate Scientist, Nonclinical Pharmacology

CSL; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CSL in Melbourne is seeking an Associate Scientist to join the Nonclinical Pharmacology Group. You will design and execute in vivo, in vitro, and ex vivo studies to understand mechanisms of action of biologics, including recombinant antibodies.

You will work under the Senior Manager to generate high-quality data for drug development. You will contribute to translational research, collaborate across teams, and ensure compliance with ethics and safety requirements, helping advance next-generation

Qualifications

• Honours degree (or equivalent) in Biological Sciences, Immunology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years’ research experience in industry and/or academia.
• Hands-on experience with animal models, including animal handling, anaesthesia, and surgical/dissection techniques.
• Demonstrated expertise in multi-colour flow cytometry and data analysis.
• Experience performing cell-based functional assays.
• Experience with ELISA and/or enzyme activity assays.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and execution of in vivo animal model studies to evaluate potential therapeutic candidates.
• Conduct in vitro and ex vivo experiments to investigate mechanisms of action and biological activity.
• Develop and perform multi-colour flow cytometry assays and analyse complex datasets.
• Design and conduct functional assays to assess leukocyte activation, signalling pathways, and effector functions.
• Perform ELISA and enzyme activity assays to support research objectives.
• Analyse and interpret experimental data using tools such as FlowJo, GraphPad Prism, and Excel.
• Prepare experimental protocols, technical reports, and scientific presentations.
• Assist with laboratory organisation, equipment maintenance, and general operational activities.
• Ensure compliance with animal ethics, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Immunology

Biological sciences

Data analysis

In vivo & in vitro methods

Animal handling

ELISA and enzyme activity assays

Education

Honours degree (Biological Sciences / Immunology)

Tools

FlowJo

GraphPad Prism

Excel

Job description

CSL in Melbourne is seeking an Associate Scientist to join the Nonclinical Pharmacology Group. You will design and execute in vivo, in vitro, and ex vivo studies to understand mechanisms of action of biologics, including recombinant antibodies.

You will work under the Senior Manager to generate high-quality data for drug development. You will contribute to translational research, collaborate across teams, and ensure compliance with ethics and safety requirements, helping advance next-generation