Postdoctoral position in Cancer Immunotherapy 1238 views

Center for Cancer Immunotherapy at Division for Cancer Medicine at University of Oslo invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Cancer Immunotherapy. The position is available at the Experimental Cancer Immunotherapy Group lead by Johanna Olweus.

Starting date: Jan 1, 2018

Duration: 3 years

About the position:

• The postdoctoral project is focused on studies to identify characteristics defining immunogenic T cell epitopes and characterization/expression of cancer-reactive T-cell receptor repertoires for application in in vivo models.
• The project involves multi-color flow cytometry, use of advanced culture systems for primary immune cells including T cells, and in vivo murine models.
• The main purpose of the fellowship is to qualify researchers for work in higher academic positions within their disciplines.

Qualification:

• Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree in immunology.
• Applicant must have strong publication record in international, well-renowned journals.
• Candidates should have qualifications matching the technologies that will be used in the project.
• Applicant must possess proficiency in written and oral English.
• Applicant must be highly motivated and dedicated.
• Good team working skills are required.

How to apply:

Application package must include

• Cover letter including statement of motivation, summarizing scientific work and research interest
• CV describing education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activity
• A complete list of publications
• Transcripts of university diplomas
• List of 3 referee persons (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and phone number)