Postdoctoral Researcher - Microbiology

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Postdoc stipend

Research allowance

Hybrid work

Professional development

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Molecular biology

Immunology

Data analysis

Education

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

Tools

PCR

DNA sequencing

Gene expression analysis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to groundbreaking work in microbiology within their state-of-the-art facilities in George . This hybrid role combines critical on-site laboratory work with the flexibility of remote data analysis and manuscript preparation. You will investigate microbial pathogenesis, host-pathogen interactions, and explore novel antimicrobial strategies. The role is designed for an individual with a strong theoretical background and practical laboratory skills in microbial genetics, molecular biology, and immunology, contributing to a dynamic research environment focused on infectious diseases and microbial ecology.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Microbiology , Molecular Biology, Immunology, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in microbial cultivation, identification, and genetic manipulation.
• Proficiency in common molecular biology techniques and data analysis software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a laboratory setting, with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent scientific writing and communication skills, with a publication record in peer-reviewed journals.

Benefits

• Competitive postdoctoral stipend and research allowance.
• Access to advanced laboratory equipment and computational resources.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking within the scientific community.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating research environment.