About this role
<p style="text-align:center"><strong>Postdoctoral Position in Precision Immuno-Oncology</strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">The <strong>Precision Immuno-Oncology Laboratory </strong>is currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled Post Doc. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">The candidate will take a leading role in a 3-year research project aimed at developing a personalized platform for adoptive T cell therapy in solid tumors, with the goal of advancing precision immunotherapy toward clinical translation. The selected candidate will be expected to work with scientific autonomy, contribute to the experimental and strategic direction of the project, and participate in the mentorship of junior lab members.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">Main responsibilities</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">processing and handling of patient-derived biological samples according to established protocols</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">generation and maintenance of primary cell cultures, including patient-derived immune cells and organoids</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">application and further development of molecular biology and cell engineering techniques within the project workflow</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">driving the optimization and troubleshooting of experimental protocols</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">contributing to the interpretation of results and the preparation of scientific manuscripts and presentations</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">co-supervising junior researchers</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">accurate documentation of experimental procedures and results</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">updating and maintaining databases of patient samples and reagents</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">Profile</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">PhD in molecular biology, biotechnology, biomedicine, immunology, or a related discipline</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">prior postdoctoral experience is considered an advantage</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques, including viral vector production or transduction of mammalian cells, and in cell biology, is essential</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">knowledge of immunology and T cell biology or oncology is highly desirable</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">experience with flow cytometry is a plus</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">international research experience is highly desirable</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">demonstrated ability to work independently, and take full ownership of experimental tasks</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">track record of scientific output (publications and/or presentations) consistent with career stage</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">organized, rigorous, and detail-oriented; ability to maintain accurate documentation</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">collaborative mindset; ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">genuine interest in translational cancer research</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">fluency in English is a must (working language of the laboratory)</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">Offer</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 1.0 E-4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif">This position offers an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated and independent scientist to take a leading role in cutting-edge research in personalized cancer immunotherapy. The selected candidate will join a dynamic laboratory at Humanitas Research Hospital, with access to state-of-the-art infrastructure and clinical material. We offer full scientific ownership of a high-impact research line, opportunities to contribute to manuscript preparation and dissemination, and active involvement in junior researcher mentorship. Humanitas University offers dedicated training programs to further broaden expertise and support career development.</span></p>