Research Scientist Virology

4 weeks ago


Parkville, Victoria, Australia University of Melbourne Full time
About the Role

The Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity is seeking a highly skilled Research Fellow to join the Department of Infectious Diseases. This role involves developing innovative antiviral therapeutics using gene editing tools and lipid nanoparticles, with a focus on respiratory pathogens with pandemic potential.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contribute to the development of the laboratory's research program.
  • Assess mRNA expression in vitro.
  • Troubleshoot challenges, optimize and develop protocols associated with in vivo mRNA-LNP delivery.
  • Effectively contribute to the quality and impact of research teams, projects and publications.
Requirements

You will be a recent PhD graduate or junior post-doc with a background in virology, immunology, microbiology, molecular biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, CRISPR, or related fields, and have up to two years of work experience.

Your expertise will include in vivo mouse work, proficiency in basic molecular biology techniques such as cloning and PCR, and experience with cell culture and experimental design.

You will demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a research team, maintaining detailed records and analyzing data effectively.

What We Offer

In addition to the opportunity to contribute to impactful research, we offer a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses.

We are committed to ensuring barrier-free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion.

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff.



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