Research Officer Position x2
Detailed Job Description
Position
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Two full time contract positions are available to support the SARCHi program on “Immunology of
Infectious Diseases in Africa”.
The positions are available for two years with possible extension for further three years.
The successful applicants will report directly to the SARCHi Chair, Prof. Frank Brombacher.
The successful applicants will be based within the Immunology Department at the IIDMM.
The main aim of these two positions is to support the SARCHi Director in his research functions.
Requirements
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A PhD qualification in Immunology or Science related field.
The applicants must have 3 to 5 years post doctoral experience in mouse immunology and disease
models (tuberculosis, leishmaniasis, schistomiasis, allergic asthma) and evidence of contribution to
international peer-reviewed publications.
Skills and experience in bioinformatics and molecular techniques are of advantage.
Duties & Responsibilities
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Research & Management
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Administration
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Skills
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Provide direct support to the SARCHi Director’s research activities
The successful applicants will be responsible for defined research programs within SARCHi.
The successful applicants will be responsible for the development and implementation of
innovative research projects.
Ability to independently supervise, mentor and train post-graduate students and post doctoral
researchers.
Grant writing and fundraising for research projects.
Publishing in international peer-reviewed journals.
Ability to establish and maintain national and international research collaborations.
Present and communicate research at national and international conferences and meetings.
The successful applicants will be responsible for a number of managerial activities on the SARCHi
program.
Teaching of post-graduate students.
Technical training of both staff and students.
Adherence to strict deadlines
Ability to work independently
Deal with confidential matters
Excellent communication skills
Fluency in written and spoken English
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