A full-time position as postdoctoral fellow is available at the Department of Molecular Cell Biology (MCB) at Oslo University Hospital Radiumhospitalet on a project led by Audun Kvalvaag in Harald Stenmark's research group.
The project is about studying tumor infiltrating lymphocytes isolated from patients with metastatic melanoma, triple negative breast cancer and non-small cell lung cancer ex vivo, and to establish new biomarkers for prediction of patient response to immunotherapy.
The position is 100% and has a duration of two years from March 1st, 2025 with possibility for extension. The project is part of SPARK Norway and the research group is affiliated with the RCN Centre of Excellence CanCell – Centre for Cancer Cell Reprogramming (https://www.med.uio.no/cancell/english/).

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a relevant PhD degree and a strong research background in molecular biology and/or immunology. The successful candidate will use primary T cells isolated from patient biopsies to study the molecular interactions of various costimulatory and inhibitory molecules in the immunological synapse, how these interactions are modulated by treatment with checkpoint inhibitors and ultimately how this affects T cell activation.

The candidate will use techniques such as cell culture, supported lipid bilayers, fluorescence microscopy, custom image analysis and flow cytometry. Applicants should have a strong background in molecular biology and/or immunology, and experience with most of the relevant techniques. The candidate must also have a good ability to collaborate, and excellent written and oral communication skills (English).

Oslo University Hospital is a workplace with great diversity. We believe this is crucial for solving our tasks in the best possible way. We want this diversity to be reflected among the applicants for our positions, and we encourage all qualified candidates, regardless of background, to apply!

Kvalifikasjoner:

• Ph.D. degree in immunology, molecular medicine, or molecular biology.
• Practical experience with cell culture, microscopy and flow cytometry.
• Flexibility and ability to work in a team as well as independently.
• Curious, proactive, and eager to contribute to a competitive international research environment.
• Independent and capable of designing, executing, and managing research experiments while planning daily tasks.
• Creative and able to develop and drive research ideas to successful outcomes.
• Effective collaborator in multidisciplinary teams and across academic disciplines.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, oral, and presentation abilities in English.

Vi tilbyr:

• An interesting and challenging research project with potential for clinical application.
• A productive and motivating research environment.
• Full-time two-year position with possibility for extension.
• Salary according to the OUS salary scale.
• Favorable pension arrangements.
• Attractive welfare arrangements.

 

How to apply:

• Application letter, including research interests and the motivations for applying for this position and a description of experience with relevant techniques.
• CV summarizing education, positions held, details of academic work and other qualifying activities.
• Full list of publications.
• Copies of educational certificates with grades, letters of recommendation
• Names and contact details of 2 references, stating relation to candidate, e-mail and phone number. The application letter and CV should be in English.