Postdoctoral Fellow: Zoonotic Pathogens & Advanced Cell Models

CSIRO; Geelong; On-site; AUD 103,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Career development opportunities

Job summary

CSIRO in Geelong, VIC, Australia, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Zoonotic Pathogens and Advanced Cell Models. The successful candidate will develop precision-cut tissue explant models to study high-consequence pathogens, applying virology, cell biology and imaging in containment facilities.

The role sits within CSIRO's Early Research Career program, with a 3-year specified term and full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in a relevant discipline (virology, cell biology or advanced cell culture).
• Experience with tissue explants, virology, molecular/cellular analyses.
• Strong publication record and ability to work in high-containment settings.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimise and apply precision-cut tissue explant models for host-pathogen studies.
• Conduct virological, molecular and cellular analyses and interpret complex data.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to publications and grants.
• Supervise/mentor students and ensure biosafety and ethics compliance.

Skills

Virology

Cell biology

Biological imaging

Education

PhD in virology / cell biology

Tools

Biosafety PC3/PC4 facilities

Job description

CSIRO in Geelong, VIC, Australia, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Zoonotic Pathogens and Advanced Cell Models. The successful candidate will develop precision-cut tissue explant models to study high-consequence pathogens, applying virology, cell biology and imaging in containment facilities.

The role sits within CSIRO's Early Research Career program, with a 3-year specified term and full-time hours.