PhD Position – Cancer Vaccine: IrsiCaixa AIDS Research Institute, situated at the Hospital Germans Trias I Pujol, invites applications for a predoctoral position in the Cell Virology and Immunology group (VIC). The institute is seeking a highly motivated candidate to join the NEOVAC project, focusing on the development and optimization of a Virus-like Particle (VLP)-based vaccine platform for cancer immunotherapies.
PhD Fellow Position – Cancer Vaccine Platform Development
Summary Table:
| Job Code | VIC_PhD Fellow_01022024 |
|---|---|
| Full/Part Time | Full Time |
| Field | Cancer Vaccine Platform Development |
| Direct Supervisors | Dr. Carmen Aguilar and Dr. Julià Blanco |
| Experience | 0 – 2 years |
| Languages | Spanish and/or Catalan and/or English |
| Starting Date | April 2024 |
| Education & Expertise | Sc. or MSc. in Biology, Biotechnology, Structural Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related scientific field |
Study Area: The position is within the Cell Virology and Immunology group (VIC) with a focus on cancer vaccine platform development.
Scholarship Description: The successful candidate will work on the NEOVAC project, dedicated to the development and optimization of a Virus-like Particle (VLP)-based vaccine platform for cancer immunotherapies. The role involves daily wet-lab activities, experimental design, optimization, data analysis, and scientific communication.
Eligibility: Candidates with a Sc. or MSc. in Biology, Biotechnology, Structural Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related scientific field are eligible. Previous research and laboratory experience, along with good organizational skills and motivation, are valued.
Required Documents:
- Academic certificate (Degree, Bachelor)
- Academic certificate (University Master’s degree)
- Curriculum vitae
- Academic Record
How to Apply: Interested candidates should email the following documents to Dr. Carmen Aguilar at caguilar@irsicaixa.es, with the job code “VIC_PhD Fellow_01022024” in the subject line.
Last Date: The application deadline is February 29, 2024.
The selection process includes pre-selection based on track record and CV, followed by interviews with short-listed applicants. Successful candidates will receive job offers post-interview.
Join us in a dynamic and collaborative project with translational potential, offering a stimulating international and interdisciplinary research environment. Sponsored training on professional soft skills, state-of-the-art infrastructures, and a flexible schedule await the successful candidate at IrsiCaixa AIDS Research Institute.
