Postdoctoral Position in Cancer Immunotherapy, EPFL, Switzerland

Postdoc Position - 2019 in Switzerland, EPFL School of Engineering

Postdoctoral Position in Cancer Immunotherapy: A full-time postdoctoral position is available immediately at EPFL, Switzerland, for an Innosuisse project in collaboration with Novochizol SA. The project, led by Prof. Li Tang in the Tang lab at EPFL, focuses on enhancing the safety and efficacy of immune therapies against solid cancers using a unique chitosan transformation technology and Novochizol™ nanoparticles for tumor-targeted delivery of immune therapeutics.

Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher

Research Area: Cancer Immunotherapy and Immunoengineering

Location: EPFL, Switzerland

Eligibility/Qualification:

  • Ph.D. in a relevant field
  • Expertise in immunology, cancer immunotherapy, immune metabolism, nanotechnology, and mouse studies
  • Strong publication record as the first author in tier 1 journals
  • Self-motivated with excellent communication skills in English

Job Description:

Postdoctoral Position in Cancer Immunotherapy and Immunoengineering

The candidate will work on a collaborative cancer immunotherapy project using Novochizol™ nanoparticles. Responsibilities include leading the Innosuisse project, preparing regular reports, publishing research results, assisting in grant writing, presenting data at conferences and lab meetings, and contributing to the organization and maintenance of the lab. The candidate will also play a role in training junior lab members.

How to Apply: Interested postdoc candidates should send a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and the names of three referees to: Li Tang, Ph.D. Associate Professor Institute of Bioengineering (IBI) / Institute of Materials Science & Engineering (IMX) Email: li.tang@epfl.ch

Last Date for Apply: Until position filled

Note: For more information, visit the Tang lab website at tang-lab.epfl.ch. The working language is English, and EPFL offers internationally competitive salaries and benefits for postdoctoral researchers. The Tang lab focuses on immunoengineering to treat cancer effectively with immunotherapies.

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