Postdoc - Immunology (m/f/d)- Universitätsklinikum Münster

Overview

Postdoc (gn*) Pediatric Hematology and Oncology — Limited to 3 years | Full-time with 38,5 hours/week | Salary according to TV-L, salary group 13 | Pediatric Hematology and Oncology | Kerl group | Job ID: 11334

We are UKM. We have a clear social mission and, with our focus on healthcare, research, and teaching, we bear a unique responsibility.

To meet our high standards every day, we are looking forward to your scientific expertise in the Kerl Lab at the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Clinic with a focus on cancer immunology. Our group describes the cellular heterogeneity in pediatric tumors and its impact on therapy response. In this project we focus on identifying mechanisms of cellular communication between immune and tumor cells in pediatric cancer. In order to do this, we use advanced single cell-based technologies, including single cell RNA sequencing, spatial transcriptomics and multiplex immunohistochemistry - ideally with you on board!

Your Tasks

• Working with single cell-based technologies and in vitro models
• Independent planning, execution, documentation, analysis and interpretation of experiments
• Presentation of results in both written and oral form, delivery of reports
• Support and supervision of projects from PhD students
• Acquisition of project funding/securing grants

What we expect

• Doctorate / PhD in life sciences, human medicine or related fields
• Successful postdoctoral experience in the area immunology or cancer immunology including excellent publication record
• Experience with transcriptomics and immunohistochemistry
• A background in cell culture of diverse cell lines, 3D cultures and primary immune cells
• A keen interest in experimental work and mentoring students
• Oral and written communication skills (German, English), organizational skills and motivation to work in an interdisciplinary team

What we offer

• A motivated and communicative research environment within a successful translational working group
• A thorough introduction in the skills needed accompanied by supervision and guidance to develop oneself within a fascinating research field
• Modern infrastructure and a state-of-the-art laboratory with committed colleagues to manage project-related challenges
• Support of new research ideas beyond the existing research program
• Encouragement of further qualifications such as habilitation and the corresponding application for own grants

Benefits

• Exciting Projects
• Professional Development and Training
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Part of Research Innovation
• Additional Benefits

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