Pharmaceutical Research Scientist

2 weeks ago


Enoggera, Queensland, Australia Australian Government Department of Defence Full time

Company Overview

The Australian Government Department of Defence is a leading organization in the field of infectious diseases research. Our mission is to protect Australian Defence Force personnel from vector-borne infections, including malaria.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Pharmaceutical Research Scientist to join our team at the ADF Malaria and Infectious Disease Institute (ADFMIDI). The successful candidate will play a key role in undertaking laboratory and office-based work, including antimalarial drug analysis using liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LCMS).

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain procedures and documentation for quality assurance programs to fulfill National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) accreditation requirements for drug analysis.
  • Undertake and coordinate animal technicians in in vivo tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and efficacy assessment of new antimalarial candidates using animal models such as mice, in accordance with the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes.

About Our Team

The Department of Drug Evaluation at ADFMIDI provides technical advice to Defence on vector-borne diseases (VBDs) of military importance, such as malaria and dengue. Our team comprises scientists and research assistants who perform parasitological and pharmacological investigations of new and standard antimalarials to prevent and treat drug-resistant malaria.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable person with relevant experience in LCMS, malaria, and/or other infectious diseases and small animal research. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and exposure to quality assurance programs, be multi-skilled in various laboratory procedures, and have excellent record-keeping and report-writing skills.

Estimated Salary: $80,000 - $120,000 per annum



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