Jobs in Parasitology

Monash University

Post-doctoral Research Fellow and Ph.D. opportunity

Opportunities in Molecular Parasitology exist in the Cooke Laboratory in The School of Biomedical Sciences at Monash University for researchers wanting to become involved in exciting work to elucidate the cellular and molecular mechanisms by which parasites of red blood cells (malaria and Babesia) cause disease in humans and animals. The laboratory is supported by funding from national (NHMRC and ARC) and international (NIH) bodies and our work is frequently published in high ranking scientific journals including Blood and Journal of Cell Biology. We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join our friendly and collaborative research group.

Two positions are currently available:

Post-doctoral Research Fellow

This individual will be involved in a project to elucidate the function of novel proteins in malaria and Babesia parasites which we believe play a role in host cell invasion and modification. The successful candidate will have a PhD and a track record in microbiology, molecular cell biology or a related area. Previous experience in molecular parasitology is highly desirable but not essential.

Ph.D. studentship

A position is available for a highly-motivated and enthusiastic PhD student. Applicants should have completed a BSc (Hons) degree and have been awarded a H1 or equivalent. The project will investigate the cellular and molecular mechanisms by which malaria and Babesia parasites modify red blood cells in order to establish a suitable environment for intracellular replication and evade the host immune response.

Location: Monash University, Clayton Campus

For further information or to apply contact:

Associate Professor Brian M Cooke

Tel(03) 9902 9146 or email: brian.cooke@med.monash.edu.au