Postdoctoral Research Scientist

The Moredun Foundation•Midlothian, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Moredun Group is seeking a full-time research scientist to join the Vaccines and Diagnostics Department at Moredun Research Institute. You will work on a candidate vaccine for squirrelpox virus, focusing on development and application of assays for immune responses to vaccination, and working with external academic collaborators and conservation groups. The post requires an experienced researcher who is highly motivated and capable of interacting well with collaborators, stakeholders and funders. This is a fixed term contract for one year.

Requirements

PhD in a relevant area of Biological Science or equivalent experience
Experience of working in a virology/immunology research laboratory
Experience of immunological assays and basic molecular biology techniques
Experience of science communication
Good IT skills

Responsibilities

Work on a candidate vaccine for squirrelpox virus
Focus on development and application of assays for immune responses to vaccination
Work with external academic collaborators and conservation groups
Interact well with collaborators, stakeholders and funders

Benefits

Access to training and development opportunities
Competitive pension scheme – employee contribution minimum 3%. Moredun will contribute up to a maximum of 15%.
Group Life Assurance Scheme
Income Protection Scheme
Flexi-time system
6 weeks annual leave plus 7 days public holidays and a privilege day
Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme
Benefits platform offering discounts at various retailers
On site café
Access to a family healthcare scheme
Flexible working arrangements