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Malaria Vaccines Development

Immunology Alfred Hospital, School of Transnational Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

The mission of the PDA Students and Early Career Professionals (S&ECP) sub-chapter:- Develop future leaders in the applied life sciences.- Establish a culture of life-long learning and professional development.- Foster stronger relationships between students and pharmaceutical and biotechnology professionals.- Exemplify the purpose of the PDA including promoting the sciences of pharmaceutical technology and high standards for products of the pharmaceutical industry with emphasis… Show more The mission of the PDA Students and Early Career Professionals (S&ECP) sub-chapter:- Develop future leaders in the applied life sciences.- Establish a culture of life-long learning and professional development.- Foster stronger relationships between students and pharmaceutical and biotechnology professionals.- Exemplify the purpose of the PDA including promoting the sciences of pharmaceutical technology and high standards for products of the pharmaceutical industry with emphasis on parenteral technology, sterile products, and related processes.- Guest lecturer at La Trobe University and The University of Technology Sydney for undergraduate and Master’s degrees’ subjects. Show less

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

- Identify, collect, and track research engagement and impact information and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to achieve the set Research Office KPIs.- Track and record the University’s performance for the University ranking schemes.- Perform academic publication assessments for the University’s systems and reporting.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

- Project collaboration with Pfizer’s Centre of Therapeutic Innovation.- Driving and optimizing protein cloning and expression in insect cells (suspension) using Baculovirus.- DNA analysis and clones’ diagnostics with molecular tools (restriction digests and in silico work).- Protein quality control via Alpha Assay activity and titration.- Protein analysis via PAGE, immunoblotting, and chromatography.- Purchasing and quotes, including both internal and external orders for… Show more - Project collaboration with Pfizer’s Centre of Therapeutic Innovation.- Driving and optimizing protein cloning and expression in insect cells (suspension) using Baculovirus.- DNA analysis and clones’ diagnostics with molecular tools (restriction digests and in silico work).- Protein quality control via Alpha Assay activity and titration.- Protein analysis via PAGE, immunoblotting, and chromatography.- Purchasing and quotes, including both internal and external orders for the laboratory.- General laboratory maintenance, including cleanliness, appropriate waste disposal, and organising storage space.- Troubleshoot protocols with flexibility for change in projects.- Excellent time management and organisational skills and timely completion of experiments and written work for deadlines.- Self-motivated and proactive in adapting and integrating new experimental procedures.- Observant and attentive to details, with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. - Aptitude to learn and able to acquire transferrable skills in a fast manner.- Appropriate documentation of data generated in the laboratory for reproducibility and tracking.- Effective communication with the teams at SVI and Pfizer for clear expectations and workflow between members to allow for timely objectives’ completion and timely sample shipping to the USA. Show less

Melbourne, Australia

- Pilot-scale production including the upstream (cell culture and bioreactors work), the midstream (harvest of culture), and the downstream (chromatography and filtration) processes to the Drug Substance stage.- OH&S work oriented. Elected Health and Safety Representative (HSR) for the department.- Organisation and maintenance of laboratory space, equipment, and consumables while operating in accordance to GSP standards.- Implementation of innovative changes and new technologies… Show more - Pilot-scale production including the upstream (cell culture and bioreactors work), the midstream (harvest of culture), and the downstream (chromatography and filtration) processes to the Drug Substance stage.- OH&S work oriented. Elected Health and Safety Representative (HSR) for the department.- Organisation and maintenance of laboratory space, equipment, and consumables while operating in accordance to GSP standards.- Implementation of innovative changes and new technologies within the group for process optimisation and improvement including the use of new equipment and investigating instrumental errors in the production processes.- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written; fluent in English and Arabic) with department staff and laboratory members. Effective communication with multiple departments and groups to drive the projects forward and achieve a common goal.- Appropriate documentation of data generated in the laboratory (calibration and experimental) for reproducibility and tracking. Show less

Melbourne, Australia

- General laboratory maintenance, including cleanliness, appropriate waste disposal, and organising storage space.- Stocktaking and inventory updating, for easy access of information and items by laboratory members.- Purchasing and quotes, including both internal and external orders for the laboratory.- Basic Tissue Culture techniques in PC2.

Melbourne, Australia

Providing academic and non-academic guidance and support to students. Referring students to the appropriate resources and provide them with platforms to improve their learning and performance.

Melbourne, Australia

- First year undergraduate biology subject: Molecules, Genes, and Cells (BIO1MGC)- Third year undergraduate biochemistry subjects:Biochemistry and Systems Biology (BCH3BSB) Advanced Topics in Biochemistry and Cell Biology (BCH3ATB)Advanced Biochemistry and Medical Biology Laboratory course (MED3LAB)Duties include:- Leading and supervising student groups in a wet laboratory environment (PC1 containment)- Time management for timely completion of planned… Show more - First year undergraduate biology subject: Molecules, Genes, and Cells (BIO1MGC)- Third year undergraduate biochemistry subjects:Biochemistry and Systems Biology (BCH3BSB) Advanced Topics in Biochemistry and Cell Biology (BCH3ATB)Advanced Biochemistry and Medical Biology Laboratory course (MED3LAB)Duties include:- Leading and supervising student groups in a wet laboratory environment (PC1 containment)- Time management for timely completion of planned experiments- Maintaining a tidy solutions and equipment station during class- Effective communication with students and coordinators to achieve the learning objectives- Standardised assessment of students’ oral presentations and written essays - Data entry into the Learning Management System (LMS) Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Master's of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics subject. Computer based bioinformatics and proteomics analysis (BIO5INF).- Leading and supervising students in computer-based workshops- Time management for timely completion of planned activities including in-class assessments- Demonstrating how bioinformatics tools work using projectors- Effective communication with students and coordinators to achieve the learning objectives- Individual assistance of students during class… Show more Master's of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics subject. Computer based bioinformatics and proteomics analysis (BIO5INF).- Leading and supervising students in computer-based workshops- Time management for timely completion of planned activities including in-class assessments- Demonstrating how bioinformatics tools work using projectors- Effective communication with students and coordinators to achieve the learning objectives- Individual assistance of students during class to clarify new concepts Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Biochemistry and Molecular biology demonstration bench.- Maintain the Biochemistry display bench of equipment and experimental material- Demonstrate basic experiments, such as loading an agarose gel, and allow visitors to try- Effective communication with the public to convey the information- Persuasive and positive attitude when interacting with potential students and their parents

Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne, Australia

- Communicate with new international students from different backgrounds and answer queries- Professional engagement with students with empathy- Give introductory lectures on the necessary steps for enrollment - Data entry into the university server- Organise and supervise the registration process- Group work and effective communication with other volunteers for a common goal

Melbourne, Australia

- Communicate important information with members of the club and answer queries- Contribute to decision making regarding events organised by the club- Work in a group and perform tasks in a collaborative environment - Design posters, flyers, and tickets for events- Organise, attend, and supervise club’s events

Melbourne, Australia

- Communicate with members and organize events- Maintain appropriate financial information such as expenditure- Maintain stocks of confectionery, snacks, and drinks in common tearooms