Postdoc Immunology : Rotterdam, Netherlands
Job description
The Department of Immunology at Erasmus University Medical Center is inviting applicants for a postdoc position. A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the Department of Immunology at Erasmus University Medical Center. The position is externally funded and the candidate will study the molecular regulation of anti-tumor cytotoxic CD8+ T cells (CTL). The goal of this study is to understand the miRNA changes that occur with anti-tumor CTL failure and exploit these changes to devise strategies for enhancing CTL immunity to cancer. The candidate will further develop experimental mouse models to investigate the functions of non-coding RNAs in tumor specific CTL immunity, generate retroviral expression vectors to manipulate activities of miRNAs in vivo and contribute to the fundamental and translational research.
Work environment
A healthy population and excellence in healthcare through research and education. This is what Erasmus MC stands for. Conducting groundbreaking work, pushing boundaries and leading the way. In research, education, and healthcare. We are practical people with a high level of expertise, working hard to improve and renew the healthcare of today and the public health of tomorrow.
The Department of Immunology performs cutting edge basic and translational research, participates in patient care by performing laboratory diagnostics (Laboratory for Medical Immunology) and supporting Clinical Immunology, and performs a wide range of educational activities. Major research focuses in the department span molecular to clinical immunology and includes the development and function of innate and adaptive immunity, autoimmunity, immune deficiencies, immunity to infection, neuroimmunology, and lymphoid malignancies. The department has state-ofthe-art facilities and equipment that support basic and translational research. The department is involved in multiple International Consortia and networks, which facilitate innovation and rapid implementation of new immunological concepts and technologies.
Qualifications and skills
Ambitious candidates with a strong background and hands-on experience in the area of tumor Immunology and molecular biology will be considered. Experience with mouse models (art.9), next generation sequencing and bioinformatics is highly desirable. The successful candidates must have Ph.D. publications in leading peer-review journals and presentations at scientific conferences. Candidates are expected to work independently, be highly motivated and have team spirit. The candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Being able to present a certificate of good conduct is a condition for the appointment.
Terms of employment
We offer a full-time contract of 36 hours per week in an inspiring and challenging work environment with excellent fringe benefits. The gross monthly salary amounts a maximum of € 4.794,- (scale 11), depending on your level of education and relevant experience and based on a fulltime working week. The terms of employment are in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement for University Medical Centers (CAO UMC).
Information
For more information about this position, please contact professor Peter Katsikis, head of department, phone number:(+31)(10)704 4188 or e-mail: p.katsikis@erasmusmc.nl.
Application
Please submit your full Curriculum Vitae, the names and contact information of 3 references, and a letter detailing your motivation for seeking this position by e-mail. to: vacatures.tda@erasmusmc.nl stating vacancy code 15.03.16.TDA in the subject line….
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