Develops new influenza candidate vaccine strains for subsequent vaccine antigen manufacture and conducts sophisticated characterization to identify strains of interest and ensure suitability for advancement
Job Summary
Develops new influenza candidate vaccine strains for subsequent vaccine antigen manufacture and conducts sophisticated characterization to identify strains of interest and ensure suitability for advancement.
Models quality mindset and rigorous documentation practices for junior scientific staff, and may work/establish relationships with partners and/or regulatory authorities related to vaccine strain characterization.
CSL Seqirus is a major contributor to the prevention of influenza globally and a transcontinental partner in pandemic preparedness, utilizing egg, cell and adjuvant technologies.
Matching Summary
Develops new influenza candidate vaccine strains for subsequent vaccine antigen manufacture and conducts sophisticated characterization to identify strains of interest and ensure suitability for advancement.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
influenza candidate vaccine strains
sophisticated characterization
rigorous documentation practices
viral reverse genetics
classic virology assays
Nice-to-have
quality mindset
strong relationships with partners
dynamic portfolio management
inclusion and belonging
Key Requirements
Postgraduate degree (MSc or PhD) and/or experience
Minimum of 3 years' relevant industry experience
Previous experience with influenza virus
Previous experience with developing virology assays
Previous experience with viral reverse genetics including NGS