Use your preclinical and animal research expertise to help develop next-generation vaccine technologies with the potential to improve global health.

About The Role:

The Preclinical Scientist plays a key role in supporting Vaxxas’ vaccine research and development programs through the design, coordination and execution of preclinical studies, including hands-on in vivo research activities. Working within the Early Stage and RNA Programs team, this role will perform animal studies, analytical testing, data analysis and scientific reporting to support the advancement of innovative vaccine technologies.

This position is ideally suited to a scientist with experience in preclinical animal research who is passionate about contributing to the development of innovative vaccine platforms.

Duties & Responsibilities:

- Design, plan and execute preclinical studies, including hands-on animal handling, immunisation, dosing, sample collection and monitoring.
- Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing of vaccine products and samples using bioanalytical techniques and immunoassays.
- Characterise a range of vaccine platforms, including proteins, microorganisms, virus-like particles (VLPs), lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) and nucleic acid-based vaccines.
- Develop, optimise and troubleshoot analytical and bioanalytical methods to support vaccine development programs.
- Identify, develop and transfer assay methods for use within Vaxxas and with external collaborators.
- Conduct laboratory experiments and provide technical and analytical support across multiple projects.
- Analyse,



interpret and document experimental and preclinical study results in accordance with quality requirements.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, SOPs, assay methods and supporting scientific documentation.
- Support laboratory operations, including preparation of buffers and reagents, equipment maintenance, and management of consumables.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including formulation, analytical, engineering, quality and regulatory stakeholders.

Qualifications:

- Degree in Immunology, Microbiology, Biomedical Science, Animal Science, Biochemistry or a related scientific discipline.
- Postgraduate qualifications will be highly regarded.

Desired knowledge, skills and abilities:

- Hands-on experience conducting preclinical animal studies.
- Experience with animal handling, dosing, immunisation, blood collection, tissue collection and other in vivo procedures.
- Experience working under Animal Ethics Committee protocols and animal welfare requirements.
- Experience working in preclinical research, preferably within vaccines, biologics or pharmaceutical development environments.
- Hands-on experience with bioanalytical and immunological assays such as ELISA, protein assays, Western Blot, haemagglutination inhibition and related techniques.
- Experience developing, optimising,



troubleshooting and documenting analytical methods.
- Understanding of assay transfer processes and scientific documentation requirements.
- Experience working to GLP and/or GMP standards is highly regarded.
- Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present scientific findings clearly.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within cross-functional teams.

Why Join Vaxxas?

At Vaxxas, our goal is to create a healthier world by transforming how life-saving vaccines are delivered.

Our proprietary High-Density Microarray Patch (HD-MAP) technology is designed to improve vaccination outcomes while making vaccines more accessible around the world. Working at Vaxxas means contributing to meaningful scientific innovation while collaborating with talented scientists, engineers, quality professionals and industry experts who are passionate about improving global health.

We offer a collaborative and purpose-driven workplace, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to contribute to technology with the potential to make a global impact.

To learn more, visit www.vaxxas.com.

Apply now To be considered, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining:

- Your relevant experience and technical capabilities.
- Examples of key achievements and outcomes you have delivered.
- Why you are interested in joining Vaxxas as a Preclinical Scientist.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

📌 Preclinical Scientist (Hamilton)
🏢 Vaxxas Pty
📍 Hamilton