Scientist at International Livestock Research Institute

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.