PRIMA is a new Center of Excellence in Precision Immunotherapy at the University of Oslo Institute of Clinical Medicine funded by the Research Council of Norway with Oslo University Hospital as partner. We are now recruiting a candidate to join a team-based alliance and contribute to the next generation immunotherapy strategies. The current position is a 3-year researcher or postdoctoral fellow position in the Andersen Laboratory at the Oslo University Hospital Department of Immunology Rikshospitalet. The position is available from October 1st 2023.

Research in PRIMA
Immunotherapy has dramatically improved outcomes for cancer patients. A single injection of gene-modified immune cells equipped with a therapeutic receptor that targets cancer cells can cure several cancer types originating from blood cells. Similar results have been obtained with protein-based biologics such as antibodies. However there are only a few types of cancers where this treatment is effective. In PRIMA we want to develop new immunotherapy for patient groups for which there is no effective treatment. 

About the Laboratory

Professor and research group leader Jan Terje Andersen heads the Laboratory of Adaptive Immunity and Homeostasis which uses multi-disciplinary approaches to address fundamental questions in health. One particular focus is studies of the cellular processes and molecular interplay underlying the functions of the two most abundant proteins in blood albumin and antibodies. Such knowledge offers opportunities for development of novel concepts for tailored design of antibody and albumin based biomedical technologies with altered pharmacokinetics and biodistribution.

The laboratory has an eye on translational research is highly innovative and is collaborating extensively with biotech and pharmaceutical companies. The head of the laboratory has obtained the Fridtjof Nansen Prize for Early Career Achievements Oslo University Hospital Early Career Award and is an alumni of The Young Academy of Norway.

The Andersen lab (www.ous-research.no/andersen/) is located in Oslo/Norway and currently consists of 15 people and is part of a research environment with facilities that are modern and functional. The working conditions are superb where there is extensive sharing of state-of the-art technologies equipment and core facilities. The building has an excellent animal facility. The position is based at Department of Immunology Rikshospitalet.

Oslo University Hospital is a workplace with great diversity. We believe this is essential to perform the tasks required of us. Therefore we pursue diversity among our job applicants and encourage everyone to apply regardless of who you are and what background you have.

Kvalifikasjoner:

The candidate must have a project relevant PhD in biochemistry or immunology

• Experience with molecular biology techniques is necessary
• Experience with bioinformatics is an advantage
• Certification and experience with animal research is an advantage
• Experience with recombinant antibody technology is an advantage
• The candidate must be fluent in written and spoken English 

The appointment requires a PhD or a degree equivalent to a Norwegian PhD in natural or medical sciences. A prerequisite for applicants who have not yet defended their thesis is that the thesis is submitted for assessment before the closing date for applications. Appointment to the position is dependent on the public defense of the doctoral thesis being approved.

The application must include:

• Application letter including a ½ page motivation statement and research interests
• CV (summarizing education positions academic work-scientific publications and other relevant activity)
• Copies of educational certificates and letters of recommendation
• List of publications and academic work that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee. Note: Applicants are advised not to attach the original publications only provide a list.
• Names and contact details of 2-3 referees (name relation to candidate e-mail and telephone number)

The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system. Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their University's grading system. Please note that all documents should be in English (or a Scandinavian language).

Personlige egenskaper:

We are looking for a highly motivated and structured candidate with excellent laboratory skills, analytic and collaborative qualities.

Vi tilbyr:

• Attractive welfare benefits
• A professionally stimulating and friendly working environment
• A generous pension agreement
• Salary depending on qualifications in position as Postdoctoral Research Fellow (position code 1352)