芬兰图尔库大学博士后职位招聘–免疫学、细胞生物学、分子生物学或生物化学背景

Job Description

Summary

A fully funded postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr Carlos Rogerio Figueiredo, founder and head of the Medical Immuno-Oncology Research Group (MIORG, see more here: https://www.miorg.fi/). MIORG uses the reverse translational approach to harness the most advanced technologies to profile human cancer samples for the discovery of biomarkers associated with cancer immunotherapy resistance and to perform functional studies with new therapeutic formulations using both animal and human tissues, focusing on biomarker validation and rational therapeutic development.

As part of the Faculty of Medicine, and the Institute of Biomedicine at the University of Turku, MIORG is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Postdoctoral Researcher to work on comprehensive immune profiling in the context of immune checkpoint therapy (ICT) resistance. The group is funded by the Academy of Finland and prestigious Finnish foundations and the project will involve therapeutic strategies that unleash cancer immunogenicity in cold tumors to improve responses to ICT.

The appointed postdoc will possess complete autonomy in spearheading high-dimensional single-cell cytometry studies. Leveraging our state-of-the-art high-dimensional full-spectral flow cytometers, the researcher will undertake comprehensive immune phenotyping to delineate systemic immune landscapes. These mechanistic studies aim to unravel the intricacies of successful combinatorial strategies, employing our well-established in vivo and ex vivo functional models.

Position Highlights:

Fully funded postdoctoral position focused on unraveling the intricacies of cancer immunotherapy resistance.
Spearhead high-dimensional single-cell cytometry studies using state-of-the-art equipment.
Unique opportunity to thoroughly investigate both animal and human tissues for biomarker discovery and validation.
Access to MIORG’s international network of clinicians and biobanks.
The University of Turku and InFLAMES integrate top-tier patient care with groundbreaking clinical and basic research. The strong affiliation with healthcare establishments offers unparalleled avenues for translational research.
Comprehensive mentorship from esteemed Faculty with diverse, funded research agendas, including advanced training programs.
Encouragement and substantial support in applying for training and research grants.
The Ideal Candidate:

Background in Immunology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry.
Experience with animal work, tissue culture, and single-cell staining.
Expert in Flow Cytometry, single-cell processing, and tools like FlowJO, supplemented by basic bioinformatics and statistics know-how.
Experienced in human/animal sample processing, therapeutic research, and drug studies.
Capable of independent reagent design, functional control establishment, and strict protocol adherence.
Fluent in English and possesses strong organizational abilities.
Displays a strong commitment to excellence, team collaboration, and a passion for cancer immunology research.
Knowledge of tissue immunofluorescence and microscopy techniques.
Programming skills in R/Python (desirable)
Responsibilities:

Independently conceptualize and conduct experiments.
Support junior lab members, including undergraduate and graduate students.
Showcase findings in lab meetings, in-house updates, and international symposiums.
Contribute to manuscript preparation and grant proposals.
Credentials and Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Immunology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a closely related field.
If possible, license for animal work in UK/EU.
Demonstrable recent academic contributions, preferably as the lead author in reputable publications.
Familiarity with tools and techniques like tissue immunofluorescence, microscopy, Immunohistochemistry, CyTOF sample preparation, NanoString platforms, and basic programming in R or Python is a plus.
Work Environment

Finland has been recognized as the happiest country in the world for the sixth year in a row, further underlining the rationale for choosing this nation to flourish both professionally and personally.

At the University of Turku (UTU), we confront complex health challenges daily, but we also see determination. It drives us to be a global leader in immunology and drug development – to bring revolutionary advancements to every researcher and patient we collaborate with.

Our commitment to excellence is why we’re consistently recognized as a pioneering institution in Finland. As a primary collaborator with the InFLAMES flagship, a renowned initiative focused on innovation based on the immune system, the University of Turku collaborates with some of the most innovative and dedicated minds from across the globe. The University has solidified its position as a leading institution in Northern Europe in the fields of drug development and immunology studies. Being a part of the University of Turku is not just a career but a mission: to push the boundaries of knowledge and transform the future of personalized healthcare. Join a passionate, diverse, and committed team of over 4,000 as we shape the groundbreaking future we envision.

At UTU, you have access to diverse services of the University to support your work. We invest in your work well-being and promote work-life balance, for example, by offering flexible working hours and well-being services. Read more about the University as an employer: Come work with us

Salary

The salary is set based on the Finnish University’s pay structure for research and teaching staff, initially starting from €44,000 to €50,000 per year on average. However, we ensure competitive remuneration that can be adjusted according to a candidate’s level, qualifications, and experience.

What to do next

Application documents can be uploaded here and/or sent via email to crdefi@utu.fi.

Please add in the title of your email: “Postdoc Application: [Applicant’s Name] – Cancer Immunotherapy”
Applications must be submitted by 01 December 2023 at the latest (23.59.59 Finnish time).

In your application, please include

Motivation Letter
CV (max 3 pages)
List of Publications (with a brief 3-line description of your contributions to the 10 most important publications).
Contact information for at least two references for this position.
The top candidates will be interviewed in December 2023.

We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage qualified applicants, regardless of background, to apply for our open positions.

For further information about the position, please contact the Group Leader Dr Rogerio de Figueiredo (crdefi@utu.fi).