Immunology Research Fellow (Postdoc) in Paarl

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive postdoctoral stipend

State-of-the-art facilities and equip.

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative scientific community

Conferences travel support

Mentorship from leading researchers

Job summary

Placements24 is sourcing a Research Fellow in Immunology for a leading academic research institution in Paarl, Western Cape. The role focuses on fundamental and applied immunology research, with opportunities to publish and contribute to grant proposals.

The successful candidate will design experiments, analyze data, and collaborate within a dynamic research team, advancing the field and mentoring junior staff in a state-of-the-art laboratory.

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology or related life science field.
• Demonstrated experience with experimental immunology techniques.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with publications.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative research team.
• Genuine passion for immunological research and scientific excellence.
• Familiarity with bioinformatics tools for analyzing immunological data is a plus.
• Experience with animal models of disease is desirable but not essential.
• Must be eligible to work in Paarl, Western Cape.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments investigating immune cell function, signaling pathways, and cytokine production.
• Utilize immunological techniques including flow cytometry, ELISA, Western blotting, and cell-based assays.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, drawing sound scientific conclusions.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication and present findings at scientific conferences.
• Collaborate with researchers, lab technicians, and principal investigators.
• Maintain detailed laboratory records and ensure safety and ethical guidelines.
• Contribute to training and supervision of junior students and research assistants.
• Stay up-to-date with immunology literature and developments.
• Assist in development of new research projects and grant proposals.

Skills

Experimental immunology techniques

Data analysis

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in Immunology

Tools

Bioinformatics tools

Job description

Placements24 is sourcing a Research Fellow in Immunology for a leading academic research institution in Paarl, Western Cape. The role focuses on fundamental and applied immunology research, with opportunities to publish and contribute to grant proposals.

The successful candidate will design experiments, analyze data, and collaborate within a dynamic research team, advancing the field and mentoring junior staff in a state-of-the-art laboratory.