Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Biotechnology Commercialisation at CERI, Stellenbosch University
The Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation (CERI) at Stellenbosch University (SU) is now accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship. This prestigious position focuses on developing pathways for successfully commercialising biotechnologies originating from university research in Africa.
Project Highlights: The fellowship aims to bridge the gap between academic innovation and the biotech industry. The selected candidate will contribute to establishing a biotech springboard lab, supporting startups and entrepreneurs, and promoting scalable solutions while ensuring compliance with SU laboratory and ISO standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in creating a biotech springboard lab to connect university-based startups with local and global industries.
- Develop commercialisation strategies to transform university biotechnologies into market-ready solutions.
- Design and implement scalable manufacturing processes for recombinant protein production.
- Mentor and train early-career scientists, fostering entrepreneurship and innovation.
- Drive R&D and commercial activities in genetic engineering, heterologous expression systems, and protein purification.
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemical Engineering, or related field (obtained within the last five years).
- Experience in biotech commercialisation, patenting, IP management, and recombinant protein production.
- Strong analytical skills, teaching/mentoring experience, and a solid publication record.
Application Deadline: 24 February 2025
Start Date: 1 April 2025 (Flexible)
To apply, click here.
For more information, contact Dr. Anton Du Preez van Staden at advstden@sun.ac.za.
News date: 2025-02-12
Links:
https://krisp.org.za/manuscripts/2025_Postdoc_advert_Biotech_comm.pdf
