Senior Research Associate - Immunology

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Modern laboratory facilities

Collaborative team environment

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Research Associate with immunology expertise to join our expanding team in Soweto. You will lead hands-on laboratory work, design experiments, and analyze data to advance immune-related research.

The role emphasizes collaboration, rigorous methodology, and contribution to next-generation immunotherapies within a supportive lab environment in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Immunology, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on immunology research experience.
• Experience with flow cytometry and data analysis software is essential.
• Excellent laboratory skills, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex immunological assays including cell-based assays, ELISA, and flow cytometry.
• Design and execute experiments to investigate immune cell function and signaling pathways.
• Isolate and characterize immune cells from various biological samples.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, preparing detailed reports and presentations.
• Contribute to optimization and troubleshooting of protocols.
• Collaborate effectively with team members toward research objectives.

Skills

Immunology techniques

Flow cytometry

Data analysis software

Education

B.Sc./M.Sc. in Immunology or related field

Tools

Flow cytometry software (FlowJo)

Cell culture methods

Job description

Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Research Associate with expertise in Immunology to join their expanding research team in Soweto . You will contribute to critical research projects focused on understanding immune responses and developing novel immunotherapies. This role involves hands-on laboratory work, experimental design, and data analysis within a collaborative research environment. You will play a vital role in advancing scientific knowledge and contributing to the development of next-generation treatments, enhancing the research capabilities within the Gauteng province.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex immunological assays, including cell-based assays, ELISA, and flow cytometry.
• Design and execute experiments to investigate immune cell function and signaling pathways.
• Isolate and characterize immune cells from various biological samples.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, preparing detailed reports and presentations.
• Contribute to the optimization and troubleshooting of experimental protocols.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and contribute to the overall research objectives.

Requirements

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Immunology, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on research experience in immunology.
• Proficiency in various immunological techniques and cell culture methods.
• Experience with flow cytometry and data analysis software is essential.
• Strong understanding of immune system function and related signaling pathways.
• Excellent laboratory skills, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively in Soweto .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Access to modern laboratory facilities and equipment.
• Supportive team environment fostering scientific growth and collaboration.
• Generous paid time off and a commitment to employee well-being.