Postdoc Position in Nanomedicine and Immunotherapy: RWTH Aachen University Clinic is seeking to fill 4 PhD, 2 Postdoc and 1 Technician positions as part of the DFG-funded Research and Training Group “Tumor-targeted Drug Delivery” and the ERC-funded projects “Meta-Targeting” and “BeaT-IT”. Successful candidates will work at the Institute for Experimental Molecular Imaging, located at the Center for Biohybrid Medical Systems.
Designation: PhD, Postdoc, Technician
Research Area: Cancer Nanomedicine and Immunotherapy
Location: RWTH Aachen University Clinic, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
Ideal candidates should have received high-profile theoretical and practical training at leading universities and research groups. Relevant fields of study include biology, biomedical engineering, biotechnology, chemistry, medicine and pharmacy. Excellent writing skills and fluency in English are expected.
Job Description:
The overarching goal of the projects is to develop novel materials and methods to improve the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. The focus is on understanding tumor biology and pathophysiology, and on improving tumor-targeted drug delivery and anticancer therapy efficacy. The successful candidates will work on bioprinting and pharmacological modulation of tumor blood vessels, Kupfer cell targeting, RNA delivery and liver inflammation.
How to Apply:
Applications should be sent to Twan Lammers (tammers@ukaachen.de) or Yang Shi (yshi@ukaachen.de). Your application package should include a CV, a cover letter describing your motivation and research experience and interest, and the names of three references (ideally combined in 1 pdf document).
Last Date for Apply: 01.03.2023
Note: RWTH Aachen offers excellent working conditions. Salary and working hours are in accordance with the guidelines of the DFG, ERC and RWTH Aachen University. Salary will be based on standard German public pay scales (TV-L), and can go up to €300 for PhD students, €450 for postdocs and €4000 for technicians, gross per month. RWTH Aachen is certified as a family-friendly university and offers a range of health, counseling and prevention services (including extensive sports facilities). We highly value the diversity of our employees and we are actively committed to equality and inclusion. Female scientists are strongly encouraged to apply, as are applicants with children. People with disabilities will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified.
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