Senior Immunologist - Vaccine Development

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Health insurance

Flexible hours

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Immunologist for a fully remote role in infectious disease vaccine R&D. You will design and evaluate vaccine candidates, lead immunological assays, and analyze complex data to inform preclinical programs.

The position requires strong publication records and excellent communication skills. The role offers a fully remote work arrangement, with global collaboration across scientists, clinicians, and project managers, and opportunities to impact global health from a

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology or related field.
• Minimum 7 years post-doctoral or industry vaccine R&D experience.
• Hands-on experience with immunological assays for vaccine evaluation.
• Strong understanding of immune responses to pathogens and vaccine platforms.
• Experience with data analysis software and interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Lead immunological evaluation of vaccine candidates.
• Design and execute in vitro and in vivo immunological assays.
• Analyze complex immunological data (flow cytometry, ELISpot, cytokines).
• Contribute to preclinical study protocols and reports.
• Collaborate with virologists, molecular biologists, and formulation scientists.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Remote collaboration

Publications

Education

PhD in Immunology

Tools

Data analysis software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in infectious disease research, is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Immunologist to join their fully remote Scientific Research & Development team. This pivotal role is focused on the design, development, and evaluation of novel vaccine candidates targeting challenging pathogens. You will leverage your deep expertise in immunology to guide preclinical research, contribute to immunogenicity assessments, and help shape the strategic direction of vaccine development programs. Working remotely, you will collaborate closely with a dispersed team of scientists, clinicians, and project managers, utilizing cutting-edge digital collaboration tools. The ideal candidate possesses a strong track record in vaccine immunology, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a virtual, high-paced research environment. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on global public health from the comfort of your home office. Join us and contribute to the development of life-saving vaccines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the immunological evaluation of vaccine candidates.
• Design and execute in vitro and in vivo immunological assays to assess vaccine efficacy and mechanism of action.
• Analyze and interpret complex immunological data, including flow cytometry, ELISpot, and cytokine profiling.
• Contribute to the development of preclinical study protocols and reports.
• Collaborate with virologists, molecular biologists, and formulation scientists to advance vaccine candidates.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in vaccine immunology and infectious diseases.
• Author and review scientific manuscripts, patents, and regulatory submissions.
• Effectively communicate research findings and strategic recommendations to internal teams and external partners.
• Proactively identify and address scientific challenges in vaccine development.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Microbiology, Vaccinology, or a related life science discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral or industry experience focused on vaccine research and development.
• Extensive hands-on experience with a broad range of immunological assays relevant to vaccine evaluation.
• Proven understanding of immune responses to infectious agents and vaccine platforms.
• Experience with data analysis and interpretation using relevant software.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a strong publication record.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage projects effectively, and collaborate remotely.
• Proficiency in utilizing digital collaboration tools for remote work.
• Passion for contributing to the development of impactful vaccines for global health challenges.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive remote work support, including a home office stipend.
• Flexible working hours and a fully remote work arrangement.
• Generous health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and virtual training.
• Work on cutting-edge vaccine development projects with a global impact.
• Direct contribution to improving global health outcomes.