Postdoctoral Researcher - Immunology

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Postdoc stipend

Facilities access

Career growth

Hybrid work

Immunology impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join a leading Immunology research group in Cape Town. You will investigate human immune mechanisms related to disease pathogenesis and therapeutic interventions, collaborating with senior scientists to advance immunology knowledge.

Ideal candidates are early-career scientists with a PhD in immunology or related fields, proficient in cellular immunology techniques, data analysis, and manuscript preparation, in a hybrid work environment that

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology, Microbiology or related biomedical science field.
• Demonstrated experience in experimental immunology, including T-cell and B-cell biology.
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization using relevant software tools.
• Excellent laboratory skills and meticulous approach to experimental design.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with a collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

• Design, perform, and analyze experiments related to cellular immunology and immunopathology.
• Utilize techniques such as flow cytometry, ELISA, western blotting, and qPCR.
• Isolate and characterize immune cells from biological samples.
• Contribute to manuscript preparation for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Present findings at lab meetings and scientific conferences.

Skills

Experimental immunology

T-cell biology

B-cell biology

Data analysis & visualization

Laboratory skills

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in Immunology

PhD in Microbiology

Tools

Flow cytometry

ELISA

Western blot

qPCR

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and driven Postdoctoral Researcher to join their leading Immunology research group based in Cape Town . This role offers an exciting opportunity to conduct groundbreaking research in a collaborative and well-equipped laboratory environment. You will investigate the complex mechanisms of the human immune system, focusing on its role in disease pathogenesis and therapeutic intervention. The successful candidate will work closely with senior scientists and collaborators to advance our understanding of immune responses and contribute to the development of novel immunotherapies. This position is ideal for an early-career scientist eager to make significant contributions in the field of immunology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, perform, and analyze experiments related to cellular immunology and immunopathology.
• Utilize advanced techniques such as flow cytometry, ELISA, western blotting, and quantitative PCR.
• Isolate and characterize immune cells from various biological samples.
• Contribute to manuscript preparation for publication in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.
• Present research findings at internal lab meetings and external scientific conferences.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Immunology , Microbiology, or a related biomedical science field.
• Demonstrated experience in experimental immunology , including T-cell and B-cell biology.
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization using relevant software tools.
• Excellent laboratory skills and a meticulous approach to experimental design and execution.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with a collaborative spirit and ability to work effectively in a team.

Benefits

• Competitive postdoctoral stipend.
• Access to state-of-the‑art research facilities and equipment.
• Opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and skill development.
• Hybrid work arrangement supporting work-life balance.
• Contribution to significant advancements in the field of immunology.