Call for a Postdoctoral Fellow: Champalimaud Foundation invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position at the Cancer Dormancy & Immunity Lab. This role offers the opportunity to conduct groundbreaking research in breast cancer dormancy and tissue immunity, with a focus on understanding metastatic progression mechanisms. Join our dynamic team and contribute to cutting-edge research in a vibrant scientific community.
Call for a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Cancer Dormancy & Immunity Lab
Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area: Cancer Biology, Immunology, Immuno-Oncology
Location: Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown, Lisbon, Portugal
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in Immunology or Cancer Biology or related scientific areas.
- Strong experimental laboratory experience in cell culture, molecular biology, and biochemistry.
- Proficiency in multicolor immune phenotyping by flow-cytometry.
- Demonstrated research skills with at least one first-author publication from graduate school.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, collaborate effectively, and communicate proficiently in English.
Job Description:
- Spearhead a research project on breast cancer dormancy and tissue immunity within the Cancer Dormancy & Immunity Lab.
- Utilize single-cell and spatial profiling technologies in mouse and human tissues to investigate immune environments’ impact on metastatic progression.
- Conduct experimental work including tumor immunology models and computational analysis.
- Collaborate with peers, students, and external collaborators.
- Analyze results, draw conclusions, and contribute to scientific publications.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should complete the standard application form and submit a single annexed PDF document containing a CV, letter of motivation, and contact information for 3 references. The call reference is: Postdoc_Correia_Mar2024. Applications can be submitted online or in paper format to the Fellows Support Office at the Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown.
Last Date for Apply: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Candidates will receive acknowledgment of receipt within 7-10 business days. The highest scoring candidate will be notified directly, while all other candidates will receive notification via email.
About Us: Champalimaud Foundation is a private, non-profit research institution dedicated to performing world-leading fundamental and translational research. With a focus on neuroscience, physiology, and cancer, our team of over 400 scientists aims to make impactful contributions to scientific knowledge. Join us in Lisbon, Portugal, where a vibrant culture and high quality of life await.
