Location: Geelong, VIC, AU
Company: CSIRO
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The Opportunity
Are you a science researcher interested in a gaining experience through a hands-on, research-based role working on avian influenza virus? We have a great full-time opportunity for a driven Experimental Scientist to join our Avian Infectious Diseases Research team at CSIRO’s Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP, formerly known as AAHL – Australian Animal Health Laboratory) and will bring expertise in support of avian diagnostic and research projects, for the purpose of mitigating the effects of viral agents on animal and human health, the economy and the environment.
Avian influenza viruses continue to evolve antigenically to evade the host immune response. You’ll be a part of a project characterising the antigenic and functional evolution of H5 and H7 avian influenza viruses. If you’re an early-career scientist looking to apply your basic skills in classical virology, cell culture, serology, vaccinology and interested in virology and understanding viral attributes that can inform outbreak preparedness and vaccine seed strain selection, do not hesitate to apply.
CSIRO will offer you professional support in enhancing your skills and we are strongly committed to diversity and supporting flexible working arrangements.
Your duties will include:
Location: Geelong, VIC
Salary: AU$89k - AU$101k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified term until 30 June 2026 / Full-time
Reference: 95587
To be considered you will need:
For full details about this role please review the Position Description.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for this role, you must be either an Australian / New Zealand Citizen, or an Australian Permanent Resident. We are also open to Australian Temporary Residents who are currently residing in Australia with full working right till 30, June 2026 without any visa sponsorship support from CSIRO.
Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.
Flexible Working Arrangements
We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish.
About CSIRO
At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact.
CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.
Join us and start creating tomorrow today!
How to Apply
Please apply online, and provide a detailed cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role. Please note that we strongly encourage you to respond to each of the selection criteria in detail, and attach it to your cover letter as one document.
Applications Close
18 February 2024, 11:00pm AEDT.
We strongly encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications as they come through. CSIRO reserves the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date if required.
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