Hybrid Postdoc: Microbiology & Immunology Researcher

Placements24; George; Hybride; ZAR 420 000 - 640 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Postdoc stipend

Research allowance

Hybrid work

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a dedicated Postdoctoral Researcher to advance microbiology research in George, combining on-site lab work with remote data analysis and manuscript preparation.

The role focuses on microbial pathogenesis, host–pathogen interactions, and antimicrobial strategy exploration, requiring a strong theoretical background and hands-on skills in molecular biology, immunology, and microbial genetics.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in microbial cultivation, identification, and genetic manipulation.
• Proficiency in common molecular biology techniques and data analysis software.
• Excellent scientific writing and communication skills with journal publications.

Responsabilités

• Design and conduct experiments to elucidate microbial mechanisms of infection and host immune responses.
• Isolate, culture, and characterize various microbial species using standard microbiological techniques.
• Perform molecular biology techniques such as PCR, DNA sequencing, and gene expression analysis.
• Analyze experimental data, prepare reports, and present findings at lab meetings and scientific conferences.
• Contribute to the writing of research publications and grant proposals.

Connaissances

Molecular biology

Immunology

Data analysis

Formation

Ph.D. in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or Immunology

Outils

PCR

DNA sequencing

Gene expression analysis

Description du poste

Placements24 seeks a dedicated Postdoctoral Researcher to advance microbiology research in George, combining on-site lab work with remote data analysis and manuscript preparation.

The role focuses on microbial pathogenesis, host–pathogen interactions, and antimicrobial strategy exploration, requiring a strong theoretical background and hands-on skills in molecular biology, immunology, and microbial genetics.