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Research Position in Tumor Immunity at the University of Gothenburg

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Subject Area

Tumor Immunity

Subject Area Description

The immune system is important to fight tumors, and this ability can be further improved by immunotherapy. Our research group studies immunity to tumors in the large intestine and investigates how we can harness components of the immune response to enhance anti-tumor immunity further. More specifically, we are interested in unconventional T cells, a group of T cells which in humans comprise mainly gd T cells and mucosa-associated invariant T (MAIT) cells. We focus primarily on their migration into tumors, their different effector functions, their contribution to anti-tumor immunity and if these features can be used for immunotherapy.

Duties

The employment primarily includes independent research on the role of unconventional T cells in tumor immunity, more precisely planning, execution and analysis of experiments aimed at elucidating cytotoxic mechanisms. Presentation of results in scientific journals and in conferences. Participation in the research group’s collective efforts to isolate cells from tissue samples, responsibility for selected pieces of equipment, and participation in internal meetings and discussions. Supervision of students.

Eligibility

The eligibility criteria for employing teaching staff are set out in Chapter 4 of the Higher Education Ordinance and in the Appointment Procedure for Teaching Posts at the University of Gothenburg.

Assessment Criteria

A PhD in immunology is a requirement to be considered for the employment. Experience of successful planning and execution of independent research in the field of immunology, compilation and interpretation of scientific studies, and writing of scientific articles is of major importance. Experience in flow cytometric analyses is a strong merit, as well as experience in methods to isolate and culture human primary cells from tissues. In addition, experience in bioinformatic analyses and advanced microscopy is also advantageous. Furthermore, organizational skills, accuracy, and a good ability to cooperate with different groups of staff is required.

Employment

The employment is full time and temporary, two years with the possibility of one year's extension, with placement at the Institute of Biomedicine. First day of employment as agreed.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about the position, please contact:

Professor Marianne Quiding Järbrink

Phone: 031-786 6215

Email: [email protected]