PhD position:  Radiopharmaceutical Sciences 1756 views

The Center of Radiopharmaceutical Sciences in the Pharmacology Group at Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is inviting applications for a PhD Student in Development of ovarian cancer stem cell-directed radioimmunotherapy using Auger-electron and alpha-particle emitters.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Analyse if there are more CSC populations in ovarian cancer that express L1CAM.
• Analyse which CSC populations are abundant in patient-derived tumours and ascites
• Analyse the mechanisms that lead to the radioresistance by L1CAM expression in CSCs
• The final goal is to development an antibody-based targeted therapy of CSCs
• The candidate can expect a full-time position in a highly motivated, research group that offers an excellent research environment.
• The work place is located at the Paul Scherrer Institut and the Department of Biomedicine, University Hospital Basel.

Requirements:

• Candidate must hold Master’s degree (or close to completion) in Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences or an equivalent field
• Proficient oral and written English skills are expected
• A background in cell biology, molecular biology and animal experimentation is beneficial

Applications:

Apply online including addresses of referees for the position as a PhD Student (index no. 2222-00).