Center for Cancer Immune Therapy
Department of Haematology, 65Q9
Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev
Herlev Ringvej 75
DK-2730 Herlev, Denmark
29 June 2015
Postdoctoral Researcher in Tumor Immunology and Cancer Immunotherapy: Copenhagen Area, Denmark
The Center for Cancer Immune Therapy (CCIT) at Herlev Hospital, Copenhagen University, Denmark is
currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated postdoctoral researcher in tumor immunology and cancer
immunotherapy.
We offer initially a six month position, renewable for up to 2-3 years. The position is immediately available
The postdoctoral fellow will have the opportunity to study the interaction of tumor-specific T cells with
autologous tumor cells obtained from various forms of solid cancer. The project will focus on target
modulation with pharmacological agents to improve the effector function of tumor-specific T cells.
CCIT focuses on dissecting the cellular and molecular mechanisms regulating anti-tumor immunity, and
utilizes this knowledge to develop next-generation cancer immunotherapies. CCIT specializes in translating
basic immunological findings into clinical trials. Approximately 25 highly qualified scientists and clinicians
work at CCIT.
Being part of the Capital Region of Denmark Health Organization, CCIT provides broad training possibilities
and a highly collaborative environment for basic and translational cancer immunology research.
Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
Strong research experience in tumor immunology and/or cancer immunotherapy (required)
Strong self-motivation (required)
Advanced knowledge of most T cell functional assays, with special focus on multicolor flow
cytometry (required)
Previous experience with tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (preferred)
Solid track record of prior accomplishments as evidenced by at least one first-author paper
published or accepted in a top journal (preferred)
Ability to work independently and also in a group/collaborative environment
Effective communications skills
Contact:
Interested applicant should send a CV, one cover letter with detailed statement of research interests and
experience and at least one recommendation letter to:
Inge Marie Svane, M.D., Ph.D.
Professor
Center for Cancer Immune Therapy
Department of Hematology, Herlev Hospital
Herlev Ringvej 75
2730 Herlev, Denmark
Tel: +4538682131
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://www.herlevhospital.dk/ccit-denmark/Sider/default.aspx
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