Post-doc position Immunology of Vaccinations
In het kort–4.678 – 6.4021 – 36 uurWOReageren kan t/m 29 juni 2024De link om te solliciteren staat in de vacaturetekst.Medische Microbiologie en InfectieprefentieWorking EnvironmentThe department of Medical Microbiology & Infection prevention is responsible for patient specific laboratory diagnostics, teaching and research in the area of Virology, bacteriology, mycology and parasitology. For the research group , the Department is looking for a postdoc in the field of Immunology of infectious diseases, specifically with expertise on adaptive immunity to virus infections to investigate virus-host interactions in the context of healthy ageing and vaccination and unravel novel biomarkers for vaccination response and immune signatures related to (un)healthy ageing.Job descriptionThorough understanding of viral and immune processes is important for the development and refinement of effective vaccines as well as other interventions that may improve protection against viral disease. The candidate will perform translational research focused on the interaction of viruses and the immune system with the aim to understand the mechanisms of viral immunity and immune pathogenesis and identify correlates of protection. In addition, immunological studies will be performed in different population based cohort studies and vaccination studies to identify viral and immunological biomarkers associated with vulnerability for infectious diseases and lower response to vaccination. This will aid in the identification and protection of vulnerable groups, including elderly. Novel techniques that will give insight into biological age as well as immune responses in lymph nodes will be a focus of the research.RequirementsWe are looking for a candidate with a PhD in Immunology and a strong interest in T cell immunology in relation to age and infectious diseases, evidenced by previous research on immune ageing, viral infections and vaccination. You will apply innovative methodology to understand biological ageing and immune responses in lymphnode models using both well implemented immunological technologies to assess T cell immunity as well as novel omics based approaches. Candidates with experience in novel data analysis approaches including using R will receive advantaged consideration. You will work closely with a technician and PhD. Previous experience with supervision of technicians and PhD students as well as grant writing is an advantage.Specific requirements:
– A PhD in immunology.
– Strong affinity with human cellular immunology, specifically T cell immunology.
– At least 2-3 years of postdoctoral experience.
– Applicants with post-doctoral experience abroad are encouraged to apply.
– Experience with primary cell cultures, functional immunological T-cell assays and multi-colour flow cytometry.
– Experience with multiplex assays and (functional) antibody assays is desirable.
– Experience with novel data analysis approaches using R is an advantage.
– Excellent skills in English (speech and writing).
– Teamplayer with excellent communication skills.
– Innovative in scientific questions, presentation and publication.The UMCG has a preventive Hepatitis B policy. The UMCG can provide you with the vaccination, should it be required for your position.
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€6402 per month
Groningen, Groningen
Sat, 15 Jun 2024 02:43:22 GMT
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