Postdoctoral Position – Breast Cancer: The Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute, located in the vibrant city of San Sebastian, Spain, is seeking a motivated postdoctoral fellow to join its multidisciplinary Breast Cancer Research Group. This position offers a 3-year contract, extendable based on funding, to work on an exciting project focused on male breast cancer. The project aims to develop new immunotherapy strategies and therapeutic approaches for luminal breast cancer.
Postdoctoral Position – Breast Cancer Research Group
Designation:
Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area:
Tumor Immunology, Cancer Biology, Breast Cancer Metastasis, Inflammation in Tumor Microenvironment
Location:
Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute, San Sebastian, Spain (collaborating with Donostia University Hospital-Onkologikoa)
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in Tumor Immunology and/or Cancer Biology
- Proficiency in English (both speaking and writing)
- Prior experience with clinical samples, animal models, cell culture, immunology, and cancer research (demonstrated through first-author publications)
- Strong team player with high motivation
Job Description:
The successful candidate will work on a unique research project focused on male breast cancer to define new immunotherapy strategies. Responsibilities include:
- Leading an independent research project within the group
- Assisting with the supervision of students
- Preparing and submitting applications for postdoctoral fellowships (e.g., Juan de la Cierva, Sara Borrell, AECC)
- Collaborating with other ongoing projects in the lab
The candidate will work under the supervision of Principal Investigators Dr. A. Urruticoechea (Medical Oncologist) and Dr. Maria Caffarel (Ikerbasque Researcher).
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should submit a motivation/cover letter, CV, and the contact information of three references (letters are not needed at this stage) via email to maria.munozcaffarel@bio-gipuzkoa.eus.
Last Date to Apply:
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. The selected candidate is expected to start between November 2024 and January 2025.
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge cancer research in a dynamic and supportive environment!
