Pre PhD's/Fellow

Research position in Precision Immuno-Oncology (fellow)

The Precision Immuno-Oncology Laboratory is currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled young research fellow.

The candidate will contribute to a 5-year research project aimed at developing a personalized, pan-cancer platform for adoptive T cell therapy in solid tumors, with the goal of advancing precision immunotherapy toward clinical translation.
The position is structured as an integrated 5-year career path: a pre-doctoral year focused on laboratory integration and technical training, whit the opportunities by enrollment in a PhD program and a final post-doctoral year dedicated to translational development and dissemination of results.

Main responsibilities
•    processing and handling of patient-derived biological samples according to established protocols
•    generation and maintenance of primary cell cultures, including patient-derived immune cells and organoids
•    design and execution of functional assays to assess immune cell activity and specificity
•    application of molecular biology and cell engineering techniques within the project workflow
•    contributing to the optimization and troubleshooting of experimental protocols
•    accurate documentation of experimental procedures and results
•    updating and maintaining databases of patient samples and reagents
•    providing general support for laboratory operations within the scope of the project
Profile
•    Master's degree in molecular biology, biotechnology, biomedicine, or a related discipline
•    hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques (including viral vector production or transduction of mammalian cells) and in basic cell biology, is essential is essential
•    knowledge of basic immunology is highly desirable
•    experience with flow cytometry is a plus
•    once trained, ability to work independently and take ownership of experimental tasks
•    organized and detail-oriented; ability to maintain accurate and rigorous documentation
•    collaborative mindset; ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team
•    genuine interest in translational cancer research
•    fluency in English (working language of the laboratory)

Offer
This position offers an exceptional opportunity for a highly motivated individual to contribute to cutting-edge research in personalized cancer immunotherapy. The selected candidate will benefit from a structured 5-year career path within a single, committed scientific project. We offer access to state-of-the-art infrastructure and clinical material at Humanitas Research Hospital, a stimulating and international research environment, and mentorship from an active PI in the immuno-oncology field. Humanitas University offers dedicated training programs to broaden your expertise and enhance your skill set throughout the program.