Kairuruku | Research Assistant in Immunology/Neuroscience
Kairuruku | Research Assistant in Immunology/Neuroscience
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Job Description
- Are you experienced in immunology and/or neuroscience particularly autoimmunity and animal models of autoimmune diseases
- Do you have a Masters degree and a sound background in general laboratory practice
- Can you contribute to project development and the gathering of experimental data
Krero m te tranga - About the role
TeHerenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Kairuruku - Research Assistant in Immunology/Neuroscience on a 12-month fixed-term full-time contract working as part of a Neurological Foundation research contract with Professor Anne La Flamme.
Key responsibilities:
- Contributing to project development.
- Performing and gathering experimental data.
- Analysing and interpreting experimental data.
- Coordinating individuals involved in the associated research.
- Preparing research contract reports and manuscripts for publication.
- Providing some assistant in the mentoring and supervision of graduate students.
pmanawa - About you
You will:
- Be a motivated client-focused individual who can take the initiative provide excellent research assistance administration and laboratory work.
- Have an excellent manner with people strong attention to detail and self-management skills. This role is busy challenging extremely rewarding and interesting for the right individual.
- Be working as a part of a co-operative productive working laboratory environment.
- Be focused on integrity innovation communication and teamwork within the lab.
Key requirements:
- A Masters degree with experience in immunologyand/or particular autoimmunity and animal models of autoimmune diseases (especially multiple sclerosis).
- A sound background in general laboratory practice and methods and competence with standard data entry manipulation and analysis tools.
- Practical knowledge of immunological methods and techniques relating to immune function and immune response development is desirable.
- Competencies required (training will be provided): Tissues and culture techniques animal care and handling/use of experimental animal modelsimmunohistochemistry/immunocytochemistry.
Role Description: If this link is not available click apply to view this on the University careers page. Click here to see further information including salary details.
Close date for vacancy:07 October 2025.
Contact details for vacancy:If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Professor Anne La Flamme ().
How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume such as a cover letter. Applicants who do not have residency or citizenship and require a visa to work at the University must clearly indicate their visa status in their application and understand that if they do not have a current relevant visa they will need to secure this independently.
Employment Type
Full-Time
