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Description of research project:
One fellowship is open for candidates interested in doing postdoctoral research in the field of cancer gene therapy by using human adenovirus as vectors, focusing on studies of oncolysis of adenovirus carrying one or more therapeutic genes in solid tumors or tumor cells in vivo or in vitro, with the aim to develop better cancer therapeutic agents.
Qualification requirements:
Doctorate maximum of three (3) years before the present application deadline.
Demonstrated experience: working with cell lines and tissues from experimental animals and human tumors, methods of studying epithelial cells in vitro and in vivo transfection of epithelial cells. Applicants should have solid knowledge in molecular biology and studies of recombinant protein functions good knowledge in areas cell biology, tumor biology, virology and pathology as well as experience from animal experimental models.
Other desirable qualifications
In addition, the applicant should have the ability to work independently in the laboratory and the ability to interact with others. The candidate should also be proficient in written and spoken English and have good organizational skills.
The application shall include:
1. a CV (Curriculum Vitae)
2. copies of relevant certificates,
3. a short letter describe why you are interested in this project.
4. a list of scientific experience (including interdisciplinary qualifications) and a list of publications
5. a list of two referees, including contact details.
For further information, please contact: Group leader Ph.D , MD Ya-Fang Mei: +46 90 785 28 91 or +46 76 803 26 26, mei.ya-fang@climi.umu.se
Documents sent electronically should be in MS Word or PDF format.
Please send your application, marked with reference number 223-1106-13 to medel@diarie.umu.se (state the reference number as subject) or to Registrar, Umeå University, SE-901 87 Umeå, Sweden 2013-07-05 at the latest.
We welcome your application!
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