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Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Immunology and Immune Cell Biology The University of Queensland in Australia
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Immunology
Funding
Full-time fixed-term postdoctoral employment until December 2027. Base salary is AUD 119,462–141,545 plus 17% superannuation (Academic Level B).
Deadline
Sep 14, 2026
Country
Australia
University
The University of Queensland

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow opportunity at The University of Queensland, based at the Dutton Park Campus in Queensland, Australia, within the Frazer Institute and the internationally recognised Belz Research Group at the Translational Research Institute.
This research-focused role sits in immunology and immune cell biology, with a strong emphasis on how transcriptional and metabolic programs shape immune cell function. The successful candidate will lead innovative work on innate immune cell differentiation and immune responses during pathogen challenge, contribute to translational outcomes, mentor students, and collaborate in a highly supportive research environment.
Research areas and methods: flow cytometry, molecular biology techniques, immunological assays, omics approaches, experimental design, data analysis, and publication of high-quality outputs. The role also includes contributing to competitive funding applications and supporting project leadership and laboratory operations.
Eligibility highlights: PhD in Immunology or a closely related discipline, expertise in immune cell biology, a growing publication record, conference presentation experience, and evidence of supervising or mentoring Honours and/or Higher Degree by Research students. Applicants must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
Funding and employment: full-time, fixed-term position until December 2027. Salary is AUD 119,462–141,545 plus 17% superannuation (Academic Level B).
Application window: applications close Monday 14 September 2026 at 11:00 pm AEST. Apply via the UQ Workday portal and upload a resume, cover letter, and responses to the 'About You' section.
Funding details
Full-time fixed-term postdoctoral employment until December 2027. Base salary is AUD 119,462–141,545 plus 17% superannuation (Academic Level B).
What's required
PhD in Immunology or a closely related discipline; expertise in immune cell biology; a growing publication record in high-quality peer-reviewed journals; presentations at national and international conferences; experience designing, conducting and analysing immunology research including flow cytometry, molecular biology techniques, immunological assays and/or omics approaches; ability to contribute to competitive research funding applications; experience supervising, mentoring or supporting Honours and/or Higher Degree by Research students; strong organisational, analytical and communication skills; unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
How to apply
Apply through the UQ Workday job portal using the provided application link. Upload a resume, cover letter, and responses to the 'About You' section. For questions about the role, contact Gabrielle Belz; for application inquiries, contact the Talent Acquisition team with the job reference number.
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