Jobs in Parasitology

Up to $7,000 PhD Scholarship top-ups

Animal Biotechnology Research Laboratory (ABRL)

Research within our group is focused on gaining a better understanding of disease processes during infections and allergies and develop practical solutions for human and animal health such as novel vaccines, diagnostics and drug targets. The ABRL has close interaction with the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Industries and promotes international collaborations with developing countries.

As part of a recently awarded ARC-Linkage grant, several top-up awards are available for science, veterinary and medical graduates that have successfully applied for an APA scholarship or equivalent. Details of the projects are available on www.med.monash.edu.au/physiology/abrl.

For further information, contact Prof. Els Meeusen phone (03-9905 2513) or email els.meeusen@med.monash.edu.au

Research Opportunities in Molecular Parasitology in the Cooke laboratory at
Monash University

Several research opportunities exist in the Cooke laboratory at Monash University for highly motivated individuals wanting to become involved in exciting work to determine 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 nationally by a NHMRC Program Grant and internationally by the N.I.H.

Research Assistant
This individual will contribute to high quality research in a project team working on cellular and molecular aspects of malaria pathogenesis. The successful applicant will have completed a BSc (Hons) degree and be able to work fairly independently. Previous experience in Molecular Parasitology is highly desirable but not essential. This is a 12 month fixed-term appointment to cover a period of maternity leave.

Research Fellow
This individual will drive projects to determine the function of novel proteins in malaria parasites which play a role in the structural and functional alteration of red blood cells. The successful candidate will have a PhD and track record in microbiology, molecular cell biology or a related area. Previous experience in molecular parasitology is highly desirable.

Ph.D. Scholarship
A PhD scholarship is available for a period of 3 years study in the Cooke Laboratory. The successful applicant will 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 Babesia parasites invade and replicate in bovine red blood cells and elucidate mechanisms by which these parasites cause severe disease. The project will also concentrate on identification of the similarities and differences between babesia and malaria parasites.

Further Information
Assoc. Prof. Brian M. Cooke (brian.cooke@med.monash.edu.au)

Applications
Fiona Hibbert
Department of Microbiology
Monash University (Clayton Campus) VIC 3800