Senior Research Fellow - Immunology

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Professional development support

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Research Fellow in Immunology to lead independent research at a Soweto institute. You will design studies, mentor team members, and collaborate across disciplines to advance immunotherapies and understand immune responses.

The role offers a hybrid work environment and access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities. You will oversee experimental design, data interpretation, and publication efforts, with a focus on impactful medical research and patient outcomes in a

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology or related biomedical science.
• Minimum 8 years post‑doctoral immunology research with strong publication record.
• Expertise in flow cytometry, ELISA, western blotting, cell culture and animal models.
• Solid understanding of innate and adaptive immunity and immunotherapy.
• Proven ability to secure research funding and manage a lab.

Responsibilities

• Design, lead, and manage independent immunology research projects.
• Mentor junior scientists, postdocs, and students in the lab.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance immunotherapies.
• Analyze complex data and draw robust conclusions.
• Develop and optimize assays and animal models.
• Contribute to grant writing and budget management.

Skills

Research leadership

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Mentoring

Immunology knowledge

Education

PhD in Immunology

Tools

Flow cytometry

ELISA

Western blotting

Cell culture

Animal models

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and accomplished Senior Research Fellow with expertise in Immunology to join their dynamic research institute in Soweto. This pivotal role is focused on advancing our understanding of immune responses, developing novel immunotherapies, and contributing to critical research projects. You will lead independent research, mentor junior scientists, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve significant breakthroughs in the field. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a substantial impact on medical research and patient outcomes within a supportive and well-resourced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and manage independent research projects in the field of immunology.
• Investigate complex immunological mechanisms, including cellular and humoral immunity.
• Develop and optimize novel assays and experimental models for studying immune responses.
• Analyze and interpret complex experimental data, drawing robust conclusions and identifying future research directions.
• Collaborate with colleagues across various disciplines to foster innovative research synergies.
• Mentor and supervise junior researchers, postdocs, and students in the laboratory.

Requirements

• PhD in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related biomedical science field.
• Minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral research experience in immunology, with a strong publication record in high-impact journals.
• Proven expertise in techniques such as flow cytometry, ELISA, western blotting, cell culture, and animal models of disease.
• Strong understanding of innate and adaptive immunity, immunopathology, and immunotherapy.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to secure research funding and manage laboratory operations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and a generous bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Support for professional development, including conference attendance and publication support.
• Access to state-of-the- art research facilities and core services in Soweto .
• A hybrid work environment that balances on-site research with remote flexibility.