Junior Group Leader in Cancer Immunity and Immunotherapy Research
Are you a dynamic and ambitious scientist ready to make a mark? We invite applications for the position of Junior Group Leader at the AIRC Institute of Molecular Oncology (IFOM) in Milan, Italy.
As a leader in cancer immunity and immunotherapy research, you will spearhead groundbreaking work, unraveling the intricacies of cancer immunity and identifying novel approaches to boost anti-cancer immunity. Your areas of focus may include B-, T- and Natural Killer cell anti-tumor immunity, mechanisms of tumor immune evasion, immunity and aneuploidy, genome instability and immune sensing, immunoediting, computational immunology, immune cell and antibody engineering, CAR-T cell therapy, cancer vaccines, novel targets of immunotherapy, immunometabolism, immune aging and cancer, and related areas.
We offer unparalleled access to cutting-edge core facilities and advanced technologies. Our world-class resources include bulk and single cell genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, imaging, spectral flow cytometry, spatial transcriptomics, (digital) molecular pathology, and mouse and patient-derived tumor models.
Join our dynamic, international scientific community that thrives on interdisciplinary collaboration. Work alongside experts in cancer genetics, genome stability, cell signaling, protein stability, genomics, mechanobiology, and immunology, fostering an environment where groundbreaking ideas flourish.
Collaborate closely with basic and data scientists, experimental pathologists and clinical oncologists, contributing to and shaping innovative mechanism-inspired clinical trials. Make a tangible impact on cancer treatment and patient outcomes through your discoveries.
We offer a competitive start-up package and compensation, along with administrative and grants management support. As a member of the AIRC Institute of Molecular Oncology, you'll benefit from networking opportunities, training sessions, mentoring and funding possibilities to fuel your research endeavors.
Requirements
* MD, MD/PhD, or PhD and postdoctoral research experience
* Strong publication record
* Potential to establish an independent, externally-funded research program
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience working in a matrix environment within academic medicine
* Proven success in collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams
How to Apply
Send your CV, cover letter detailing your research interests, research plan, and contact information for three references to IFOM's recruitment team.