Senior Research Assistant (JD-0920-022)

JOB SUMMARY

The (senior) Research Assistant will be part of the Zoonoses group. The successful applicant will work with exiting lab team to perform lab experiments in molecular biology, immunology and coordinate laboratory and field activities as well as data analysis for publications. The position is mainly based at OUCRU, HCMC but may have required travel trips to study sites to work with research partners.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

· Designing and performing multiplex PCR to detect for the presence of genes (AMR, virulence) and pathogens in clinical specimens.

· Actively taking part in designing and performing appropriate molecular or immunological related experiments (ELISA, antigen, antibody detection) in research projects.

· Take lead in developing and validating related SOPs

· Being comfortable and active in self -learning or updating with updated relevant technologies in the research fields.

· Training / working with (junior) laboratory staff for different experiments, analyzing the results and writing termly report and draft of manuscripts, presenting research findings in group and unit meetings.

· Supporting other group members in sampling and data collection where appropriate

DEPARTMENT

Zoonoses Group

WORKING CONDITION

This post is based in Oxford University Clinical Research Unit, Ho Chi Minh City.

HOURS OF WORK

Full-time

TENURE

Initially for one year, including a 2 month probation period. Project duration is 3 years.

SUPERVISOR

Dr. Ngo Thi Hoa, Head of Zoonoses Group

SELECTION CRITERIA

Qualifications

Applicants should have a minimum Master degree in Biotechnology, Biomedical sciences or other relevant majors; with sufficient experience in molecular microbiology.

Person specification

–         Having at least three year hand-on experiences in related research activities in molecular microbiology including:

o   Develop research protocol

o   Implement research project

o   Write research report and preparing manuscripts for research publication

–         Understanding of epidemiology and transmission of infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance

–         Analytical problem-solving skills, willingness to learn, self-initiative, attention to detail

–         Ability to work to tight deadlines and be able to balance work- life

–         Team player, being well organized, patient, dedicated, tactful, understanding, disciplined, active in seeking for problem solving approaches and mature

–         Keen on self-development and strong interest in career development in science

–         Team work and training skill set

–         performing project to completion

–         IELTS equivalent to 6.5

Preferable: a candidate with

–         Publications in international peer-reviewed scientific journals

–         Experiences in working with research partners in developing countries and government institutions and international research environment

–         Experiences in field research acitivities

–         Research skills in molecular, microbiology, DNA, protein and ELISA in infectious disease research projects.

BENEFITS

–         Contracted salary:  Negotiable (depending on actual experience and education).

–         Optional insurance: In-patient and out-patient medical coverage; Personal accident insurance coverage

–         Two months’ salary for annual bonus and clothes 

–         Annual leave 18 days each year for the first year

–         Other responsibilities and benefits are based on Viet Nam Labour Law.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested qualified candidates are invited to send their detailed resume and cover letter in English, including copies of relevant certificates, either by email or by post to the following address:

Oxford University Clinical Research Unit

Laboratory of Clinical Science

Hospital for Tropical Diseases

764 Vo Van Kiet, Ward 1, District 5, HCMC

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION

30 October 2020

* We thank all applicants for their interests but only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.