Research Assistant - Mahidol-Oxford Research Unit,

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with laboratory and research activities related to immunology and infectious diseases, including experimental work as required by ongoing research projects.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and assist with data collection, analysis, and presentation of research findings.
• Support day-to-day laboratory activities.
• Work collaboratively with researchers, students, clinicians, and research partners.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

• Master's degree in Immunology, Microbiology, Virology, Medical Technology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field; or a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with substantial laboratory research experience.
• Practical laboratory experience in biomedical research or a related field.
• Experience with at least one of the following: cell culture, immunological assays (e.g., ELISA), molecular biology techniques, or other relevant biomedical laboratory methods.
• Interest in immunology, infectious diseases, and biomedical research.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with additional laboratory techniques such as flow cytometry, protein expression and purification, virus culture, molecular cloning, PCR, or related methods.
• Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and biosafety procedures.
• Experience in laboratory management, equipment maintenance, or inventory control.
• Good computer literacy, including proficiency in standard office software applications.

Personal Attributes

• Highly responsible, self-motivated, and eager to learn new skills and techniques.
• Able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality research.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment

What We Offer

• Opportunity to contribute to impactful research on infectious diseases of regional and global importance.
• Opportunity to join and help shape a newly established Immunology Hub within MORU.
• Training in advanced immunological and molecular research techniques.
• A collaborative and internationally connected research environment with opportunities to work with researchers and partners in Thailand and internationally.
• Opportunities to contribute to scientific publications and presentations at national and international conferences.
• Mentorship from experienced researchers and support for career development.
• Opportunities for participation in training courses, workshops, and, subject to funding availability, research visits or training placements with collaborating institutions overseas.
• For outstanding candidates, opportunities to build a competitive profile for future postgraduate training, including PhD opportunities, subject to funding availability and eligibility.