Senior Immunologist

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision coverage

Generous paid time off

Professional development support

Access to advanced research tools

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a distinguished Senior Immunologist to lead innovative research programs at a state-of-the-art facility. This role focuses on unraveling immune system complexities to develop novel immunotherapies, designing research strategies, mentoring scientists, and driving projects from bench to potential clinical application.

The ideal candidate has a PhD in Immunology with 6+ years of post-doctoral/industry experience, an extensive track record of publications, and strong

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Biology, or a closely related field.
• ≥6 years post-PhD in immunology research (industry or academia).
• Proven leadership of research projects and team management.
• Strong publication record in reputable journals.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for a Durban role.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct immunological experiments including flow cytometry, ELISpot, and cell-based assays.
• Investigate mechanisms of immune activation, regulation, and dysfunction in disease models.
• Develop and validate therapeutic targets for immune-mediated diseases.
• Lead and mentor a team of researchers, providing direction and performance management.
• Analyze complex data and present findings to internal teams and external bodies.
• Contribute to strategic direction of the immunology research pipeline.

Skills

Immunology expertise

Leadership

Publications

Presentation skills

Immunological techniques

Education

PhD in Immunology or related field

Tools

Flow cytometry

ELISpot

Cell-based assays

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a distinguished Senior Immunologist to lead innovative research programs within their state-of-the-art facility in Durban . This critical role focuses on unraveling the complexities of the immune system to develop novel immunotherapies for a range of diseases. You will be instrumental in designing and executing research strategies, mentoring a team of scientists, and driving projects from bench to potential clinical application. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in immunology, a passion for scientific discovery, and a commitment to advancing human health through cutting-edge research in a collaborative, facility-rich environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and conduct sophisticated immunological experiments, including flow cytometry, ELISpot, and cell-based assays.
• Investigate mechanisms of immune activation, regulation, and dysfunction in disease models.
• Develop and validate novel therapeutic targets and strategies for immune-mediated diseases.
• Lead a team of researchers, providing scientific direction, mentorship, and performance management.
• Analyze and interpret complex experimental data, presenting findings to internal teams and external scientific bodies.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the immunology research pipeline and identify new areas of scientific exploration.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Biology, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of relevant post-doctoral or industry experience in immunology research .
• Extensive experience with various immunological techniques and their application to disease research.
• Proven ability to lead research projects and manage a team of scientists.
• Strong track record of publications in reputable scientific journals.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills required for a role in Durban .

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus annual performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Support for ongoing professional development, including conference attendance and further education.
• Access to advanced research technologies and a supportive, collaborative work environment.