Postdoctoral Position in Tumor Immunology

Gruppo San Donato; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele in Milan seeks a Junior Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Immuno-Biotherapy unit, studying tumor draining lymph node reprogramming in melanoma. The successful candidate will work on molecular/cellular mechanisms using advanced technologies and preclinical models.

PhD in cancer biology or immunology is required, along with hands-on experience in flow cytometry, confocal imaging, and preclinical cancer models.

Qualifications

• PhD in cancer biology or immunology or equivalent research experience.
• Hands-on experience in flow cytometry, confocal imaging and pre-clinical models of cancer.
• Excellent communication skills in spoken and written English.

Skills

Teamwork

Organization

English communication

Flow cytometry

Confocal imaging

Pre-clinical cancer models

Education

PhD in cancer biology or immunology

Job description

IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele, an internationally renowned clinical, scientific, and academic institution specializing in several major diseases, is seeking a Junior Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Immuno-Biotherapy of Melanoma and Solid Tumors Unit within the Comprehensive Cancer Center.

About The Project

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated postdoctoral fellow to work on a project funded by the Italian Ministry of Health, focused on understanding the reprogramming of the tumor draining lymph node (TDLN) in melanoma. The successful candidate will investigate the molecular and cellular mechanisms, and phenotypic reprogramming of immune cells in TDLNs. The candidate will have access to advanced 3D dynamic culture systems, single cell RNA sequencing, spectral flow cytometry and preclinical models of cancer.

Who We Are Looking For

• Applicants with a Ph.D. in cancer biology, immunology or equivalent research experience;
• Hands-on experience in flow cytometry, confocal imaging and pre-clinical models of cancer;
• Ability to teamwork, a solution-oriented attitude, and excellent organization skills;
• Excellent communication skills in spoken and written English are expected.

Work details

• Type of contract: to be determined;
• Gross annual salary range: €35,000 to €40,000;
• Duration: renewable up to 3 years;
• Place of work: San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy.

Contact details

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References related to the project

Raccosta et al., Cell Death & Disease 2023.

Lenti et al., Immunity 2022.