Postdoc Immunology
Postdoc Immunology
Leiden University Medical Center
Leiden, Netherlands
About your role
Your main responsibility is to validate novel molecules for immune modulation and gene delivery using human cellular platforms. You will work with primary human immune cells in ex vivo and in vitro settings, applying various immunological and cell biological techniques. In addition to conducting experiments, you will collaborate closely with research teams within the consortium to advance the project. Your top 5 key responsibilities are:
- Validate novel molecules, delivered via nanoparticles, identified in preclinical studies using human cellular platforms.
- Apply a range of immunological and cell biological techniques to study primary human immune cells.
- Optimize and refine gene delivery strategies for effective immune modulation.
- Organize and conduct experiments while ensuring scientific rigor and reproducibility.
- Collaborate with consortium partners to exchange knowledge and integrate findings into the broader research framework.
This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to next-generation immune therapies in a dynamic research environment. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team at the forefront of immunological innovation, working on therapeutic platforms with direct translational potential.
About you
You are motivated to contribute to cutting-edge research and thrive in a collaborative environment. You take initiative in your work, are eager to develop new expertise, and communicate your findings clearly. You work precisely and approach scientific challenges with curiosity and perseverance. Furthermore, you have:
- Substantial experience in (tumor) immunology and/or cell (molecular) biology.
- Expertise in immunological and biomedical techniques.
- Strong proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Experience in bioinformatics (advantageous).
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