PhD in Cancer Immunology: The School of Medicine at Trinity College Dublin is inviting applications for a Breakthrough Cancer Research/5ForTheFight-funded 3-year PhD position in cancer immunology. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr. Melissa Conroy and Professor Joanne Lysaght, focusing on the development of tumour-homing NK cell therapies for obesity-associated cancer, specifically oesophageal adenocarcinoma (OAC).
Breakthrough Cancer Research/5ForTheFight-funded PhD in Cancer Immunology
Designation: PhD Researcher
Research Area: Cancer Immunology
Location: School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Undergraduate degree or MSc in biomedical sciences, immunology, oncology, or related discipline.
- Passion for cancer research and immunology.
- Ideally, experience in cell and tissue culture techniques, flow cytometry, and ELISA.
- Experience with in vivo models is preferable but not essential.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
- High level of initiative, organization, and strong written and oral communication skills.
Job Description: The PhD student will be involved in a highly translational project focused on developing tumour-homing NK cell therapies for obesity-associated oesophageal adenocarcinoma (OAC). The research involves using in vitro and in vivo pre-clinical models to test the efficacy of novel immunotherapeutic approaches in OAC.
How to Apply: Applications should be sent to Dr. Melissa Conroy (meconroy@tcd.ie), School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin. Include the following documents:
- 1-page Cover Letter outlining interest and experience in cancer research and/or immunology.
- Short 2-page Curriculum Vitae (not exceeding 2 pages).
- Names and contact details of 2 referees.
Applications Closing Date: 31 January 2024
Interviews: February 2024 via Zoom
Starting Date: March 2024
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