Research Assistant (Cellular Immunology Department) [based in Seoul]
We are seeking a Research Assistant for 2-year-regular position (renewable) to work within Cellular Immunology Department at the International Vaccine Institute in Seoul, Korea. (Duty station: Seoul, Korea)
Job Description
This job is responsible for performing activities related to research projects in Cellular Immunology, while supporting lab management.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
1. Activities in mRNA-related works
- Designing of mRNA vaccine, in vitro transcription (IVT) and LNP formulation.
- Characterization of the mRNA after IVT and LNP-formulated mRNA vaccine
2. Support lab management - Monitor and manage laboratory supplies and equipment.
- Assist in training of laboratory personnel.
- Participate in and successfully complete all Institute required trainings.
3. Execute laboratory research activities - Prepare and manage reagents and media.
- Perform laboratory and animal related research activities.
- Maintain laboratory procedure manual/SOPs.
- Collect and analyze data, record lab results in research notebooks, and present data in the form of figures and graphs.
- Plan and report lab activities through regular meetings with Principal Investigators.
Job Requirements and Qualifications
1. Education Requirements
- Master's degree is preferred
2. Related Field Work Experience - 0+ years
3. Technical and Professional Skills / Knowledge - Knowledge of biology including vaccine design, immunology, mRNA, molecular biology, virology, etc.
4. Key Competency - Teamwork
- Creativity
- Planning & Organizing
- Communication
- Commitment to Continuous Learning
5. Language Proficiency - Fluency in English
