Scientist (Virology, 1 Year Fixed-Term )

Provide scientific expertise and assistance in the development, validation, and conduct of virological assays for research, preclinical and clinical studies. To perform sample processing of virology assays to comply with relevant standards, regulatory guidelines and SOP requirements.

Key Responsibility Areas

• The key responsibility areas (KRAs) are the major outputs for which the position is responsible and are not a comprehensive statement of the position activities.

General Laboratory Duties

• Order and maintain supplies for the laboratories
• Obtain quotes for relevant supplies
• Ensure laboratory equipment is cleaned, maintained and calibrated as required
• Ensure good housekeeping in the laboratory

Laboratory Assay Work

• Assist in the development, optimization and validation of biological assays, particularly a range of virological and tissue culture techniques, including viral neutralisation assays and ELISA for use in human and animal trials supported by 360biolabs.
• Perform assays for research projects, preclinical studies and clinical trials.

Data Analysis, Reporting and Document Work

• Assist in the production of standard operating procedures
• Maintain records to levels consistent with relevant standards and industry expectations
• Perform data analysis, presentation and interpretation where appropriate
• Assist in the production of both internal reports and reports for clients

NATA Accreditation

• Adhere to ISO/IEC 17025, OECD Principles of GLP, GCLP Principles, 360biolabs’ Quality Management System, and other requirements as per NATA Accreditation and regulatory guidelines.

Safety

• Ensure the safe and efficient conduct of laboratory activities

Team Work

• Maintain high levels of communication with colleagues

Professional Development

• Attend meetings associated with clinical research or the work of 360biolabs
• Participate in training activities and attendance at seminars in the field of expertise

Key Selection Criteria

Qualifications

• BSc (Hon) in a Biological discipline plus relevant experience (Essential)
• PhD in a Biological discipline OR equivalent experience (Desirable)

Experience / Knowledge / Attributes

• Experience in medical laboratory techniques for the role required (Essential)
• Excellent organisational and writing skills (Essential)
• Ability to work as part of a team (Essential)
• Good communication skills (Essential)
• Strong background and proven experience in virological and tissue culture techniques and assays (Essential)
• Experience in optimisation and validation of a range of virological assays including viral neutralisation assays and ELISA (Essential)
• Experience in handling clinical samples and their analysis (Essential)
• Experience with database computer software and file management (Desirable)
• Experience in the conduct of early phase clinical trials (Desirable)
• Experience in working in a quality-controlled environment preferably an accredited facility following ISO/IEC 17025, GLP or similar (Desirable)
• High motivation and enthusiasm for medical research and the progression of therapeutics and vaccines (Desirable)