Postdoctoral Position in Tumor Microenvironment

ppA junior postdoctoral research position is available to join the Lymphoid Stromal Cell Biology Unit within the Comprehensive Cancer Center at San Raffaele Hospital. /p h3About the project: /h3 pWe are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated postdoctoral fellow to work on a project funded by the Italian Ministry of Health, focused on understanding the reprogramming of the tumor draining lymph node (TDLN) in melanoma. The successful candidate will investigate the molecular and cellular mechanisms the transcriptional and phenotypic reprogramming of stromal and immune cells in TDLNs. The successful candidate will have access to advanced 3D dynamic culture systems, single cell RNA sequencing, spectral flow cytometry and preclinical models of cancer. /p h3Who we are looking for: /h3 ulliApplicants with a Ph.D. in cancer biology, immunology or equivalent research experience; /liliHands-on experience in flow cytometry, confocal imaging and pre-clinical models of cancer; /liliAbility to teamwork, a solution-oriented attitude, and excellent organization skills; /liliExcellent communication skills in spoken and written English are expected. /li /ul h3Work details: /h3 ulliType of contract: based on experience; /liliDuration: renewable up to 3 years; /liliPlace of work: San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy. /li /ul h3Contact details: /h3 h3References related to the project: /h3 pRaccosta et al., Cell Death Disease 2023. /p pLenti et al., Immunity 2022. /p pFarinello et al., Nature Communications 2018. /p pAt San Raffaele Scientific Institute, a world-renowned center of excellence for clinical and scientific activities, we believe that considering diversity and promoting an open and inclusive environment is crucial to our success. We are committed to ensure that equal employment opportunities are provided and based on merit without regard to age, religion, sex, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, cultural and social backgrounds, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We offer attractive conditions and rewards appropriate to an internationally competitive research organization. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr