Postdoctoral Researcher - Immunology

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive stipend

Access to advanced facilities

Networking with leading researchers

Support for conferences

Collaborative research environment

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Postdoctoral Researcher in Immunology for our client in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will contribute to pioneering immunology research, investigate immune responses to novel pathogens, and help develop innovative immunotherapies.

Working in a collaborative team, you will design experiments, assist grant writing, and disseminate findings through publications and presentations. The role offers access to state-of-the-art facilities, opportunities to collaborate with leading

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology or related field required.
• Expertise in immunological techniques and methodologies.
• Experience with animal models or human immunology preferred.
• Strong analytical and statistical analysis skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on immune cell function and signaling.
• Design and analyze immunological assays (flow cytometry, ELISAs).
• Contribute to immunotherapy strategy development and preclinical models.
• Collaborate with senior researchers and external partners.
• Maintain lab records and assist manuscript preparation and grant applications.

Skills

Immunology techniques

Research methodologies

Analytical skills

Statistical analysis software

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

PhD in Immunology

Tools

Flow cytometry

ELISA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively recruiting a dedicated Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to pioneering research in Immunology within their state-of-the-art facility in Tembisa . This role focuses on investigating the intricate mechanisms of immune system response to novel pathogens and developing innovative immunotherapies. The successful candidate will work within a collaborative team, contributing to grant writing, experimental design, and the dissemination of findings through publications and presentations. This is an exciting chance to advance your career in immunological research in a dynamic setting in Gauteng, making tangible contributions to public health.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on immune cell function, signaling pathways, and cytokine interactions.
• Design, perform, and analyze complex immunological assays, including flow cytometry and ELISAs.
• Contribute to the development of new immunotherapy strategies and preclinical testing models.
• Collaborate with senior researchers and external partners on interdisciplinary projects.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and contribute to manuscript preparation and grant applications.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Molecular Biology, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in immunological techniques and research methodologies.
• Experience with animal models of disease and/or human immunology preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in statistical analysis software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting and presentation purposes.

Benefits

• A competitive stipend and research allowance.
• Access to advanced immunology research facilities and equipment in Tembisa .
• Opportunities for networking and collaboration with leading researchers.
• Support for attending international scientific conferences.
• A collaborative and supportive research environment focused on scientific discovery.