Research Fellowship (MSc) – Animal Cell Technology Unit

iBET; Oeiras; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

iBET invites applications for a Research Fellowship (MSc) in the Animal Cell Technology Unit to work on machine learning-driven CAR T cell manufacturing for improved safety and efficacy in the treatment of hematologic cancers. The project (Ref. 2024.14194.PEX) is financed by FCT.

We seek a Master in Biological Engineering or related areas with strong cell culture and analytical skills, and proficient English. Starting 1 February 2026 for 6 months, with potential renewal.

Qualifications

• Master degree in Biological Engineering or related field with final grade ≥ 18/20.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian/human stem cell culture and cell culture in bioreactor.
• Analytical skills for cell characterization (flow cytometry, immunofluorescence).

Responsibilities

• Investigate how patient-specific factors influence outcomes of CAR T cell therapies and how they could be considered in personalized manufacturing.
• Support experimental design and data analysis within the Animal Cell Technology Unit project.

Skills

Stem cell culture techniques

Bioreactor culture

Cell analysis methods

Education

Master in Biological Engineering or related field

Job description

Research Fellowship (MSc) – Animal Cell Technology Unit

iBET, has an open position for a research fellowship in the field of Biological Engineering available within the project “Machine learning-driven CD19 CAR T cell manufacturing for improved safety and efficacy in the treatment of hematologic cancers", "Ref. 2024.14194.PEX", financed by FCT – Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia .

Master in Biological Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biology, Biochemistry and related areas, with final Master grade equal or superior to 18/20.

1. Mammalian or human stem cell culture techniques;
2. cell culture in bioreactor;
3. analytics for characterization of cells (flow cytometry, immunofluorescence microscopy).

Proficient use of the English language, both spoken and written. Motivation for applied research and good teamwork skills will be valued.

Investigate how patient-specific factors, such as T cell phenotypic variability and patient immune status, influence outcomes of CAR T cell therapies and how they could be considered in personalized CAR T cell manufacturing processes.

The fellowship will have a duration of 6 months, eventually renewed until the end of project, without prejudice of the maximum limits foreseen by law. The expected starting date is 1 of February of 2026.

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