Postdoctoral fellow in cell reprogramming Full-time

Postdoctoral Fellow In Cell Reprogramming

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The Cell Reprogramming in Hematopoiesis and Immunity lab is seeking a Postdoc. The group's primary scientific focus aims to understand hematopoietic and immune cell identities and translate this knowledge into novel gene and cell therapies.

Within our research group, we value curiosity, teamwork, and a translational mindset, ensuring that our work continues its journey advancing reprogramming-based discoveries toward improving human health. We continually strive to create an environment that is built on mentorship, shared expertise, and the conviction that when people grow, science grows.

The group is part of the Division of Molecular Medicine and Gene Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, and benefits from access to cutting-edge core facilities and services, interdisciplinary research environment, and strong collaborations between research groups.

We offer Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave, and an advantageous occupational pension scheme.

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Work duties and areas of responsibility The research assignment consists in you independently developing in vivo reprogramming of tumor cells into cDC1-like cells using RNA vectors, with the ultimate goal to develop an off-the-shelf, safe, and scalable immunotherapy solution that has the potential to enhance current immunotherapy approaches. This includes cell culture, microscopy, histology, and working with animal models. The work duties also comprise data analysis, FACS, and immunohistochemistry. You will also publish scientific articles in high-impact journals in the field, attend international conferences, and develop and assist in other work duties related with the project.

Qualifications Requirements for employment are: A doctoral degree in a relevant subject area, such as molecular biology, tumor biology, immunology, or a related field. Strong ability to initiate, develop, and conduct independent research at an advanced level. Excellent oral and written English proficiency. Good communication and collaborative skills, initiative, and the ability to solve work tasks independently.

Additional qualifications for the position are: Previous experience of research with similar projects.

Eligibility To be eligible for a postdoctoral position, the applicant must have obtained a doctoral degree, or a foreign degree deemed equivalent, in a subject relevant to the position (i.e., molecular biology, tumor biology, immunology, or a related field). The degree must have been awarded no more than three years before the date of the employment decision. Exceptions may be made if there are special circumstances.

Further information The position is a fixed-term appointment for 2 years, start date of 2026-06-01 or as agreed upon.

How to apply Applications are to be submitted via the University's recruitment system. The application should include: PhD diploma, CV, with list of publications, personal letter, stating the reasons why the project suits the applicant (maximum one page), references (2).