Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Biochemical Assays

University of Queensland

St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
Base: $83,698.91 - $111,431.10; bonus/equity: not ...
Phd in biochemistry or molecular biology
Protein expression and purification experience
Recombinant dna cloning and manipulation
This role involves advancing vaccine functional assay development within the Walker Research Group at the University of Queensland

Job Summary

  • This role involves advancing vaccine functional assay development within the Walker Research Group at the University of Queensland.
  • The successful candidate will contribute to projects focused on enzyme assay development, recombinant antigen cloning, and investigating correlates of protection.
  • Benefits include access to world-class facilities, grant writing support, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, and career progression opportunities.

Matching Summary

This role involves advancing vaccine functional assay development within the Walker Research Group at the University of Queensland.

Salary

Base: $83,698.91 - $111,431.10; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% superannuation plus 26 weeks paid parental leave and 17.5% annual leave loading

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in biochemistry or molecular biology
  • Protein expression and purification experience
  • Recombinant DNA cloning and manipulation
  • Bacterial culture and aseptic techniques
  • Assay development with biosensors or monoclonal antibodies

Nice-to-have

  • Translational science passion
  • Collaborative team work style
  • Commercialisation interest
  • Inclusive research culture building

Key Requirements

  • Completion or near completion of a PhD
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required
  • Employer sponsored work rights not available

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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