Responsibilities:
Direct responsibility for planning experiments, outputs of projects and creating new tools, methods, approaches
Down-selection of antigens for inclusion in viral vectored vaccine candidates, using ELISpot screening of CD8 cells and CD4 cells, antibody neutralization assay, and ELISAs.
Viral work, growth of ASFV and viral vectors and titrations
Development of flowcytometric assays for memory cells, multifunctional T-cells etc.
Planning and execution of pig animal experiments, including protection experiments. Assessment of immune responses and correlations.
Working with existing partners
Conducting science of an international standard and establishing a publications record
Staff supervisory responsibility, supervision of technician (s)
Participation in proposal development and report writing to funder (the former, if relevant calls are available and timing fits).
Requirements:
PhD in Immunology, virology
Experience in immunology and virology
Experience with animal experiments, preferably pig experiments
Experience with the following methods is desirable: IFN-ELISpot, ELISA, neutralization assay, CTL assay, PCR
Experience regarding teamwork/management of technicians is desired.
Post location: The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya
Position level: Post-doctoral level.
Duration: 3 years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and continued funding.
Benefits: ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical insurance, life insurance and allowances for: education, housing, home leave, and annual holiday entitlement of 30 days + public holidays.
