Postdoctoral fellow in Immunology

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The Institute of Biomedicine is involved in both research and education. In both of these The Institute of Biomedicine is involved in both research and education. In both of these areas, we focus on fundamental knowledge of the living cell – what it consists of, how it works, how its function is directed by the genetic material, and how it interacts with various kinds of micro-organisms. Using this knowledge, we try to elucidate the causes of diseases, and find new ways to diagnose and treat them.

The Institute is composed of the following four departments:


• The Department of Infectious Diseases
• The Department of Microbiology and Immunology
• The Department of Medical Biochemistry and Cell Biology
• The Department of Laboratory Medicine

At present, the institute has about 360 employees and approximately 440 million SEK in total assets.

A postdoctoral fellow position is available to study B, T cell and antibody responses after influenza A virus infection in the Angeletti lab at the Department for microbiology and Immunology, Institution for Biomedicine at the University of Gothenburg.

Subject area
Immunology.

Subject area description
The goal of the research group is to further elucidate the rules of T, B cell and antibody responses with the overarching goal of improving current influenza vaccination. The postdoctoral project will aim at characterizing the influence of CD4 T cell on B cell immunodominance hierarchies as well as assessing driving factors in human immunodominance.

Job assignments
The successful candidate is expected to work independently, give critical input to the project and design experiments together with the supervisor. The postdoctoral researcher will be responsible to carry out animal research, immunizations, use influenza in vivo and in vitro models and in vitro testing to evaluate specificity and functions of immune cells. The methods that are going to be used include in vivo mouse models, flow cytometry, virus growth and characterization and single-cell RNA sequencing.

Eligibility
An achieved doctoral degree is compulsory for a position as postdoctor at Göteborg University. The doctoral thesis shall be in a relevant area according to the specific position stated here. Since a position as postdoctor aims to give new holders of the doctorate the opportunity mainly to strengthen and develop their scholarly proficiency, we aim for those who have a doctoral degree not older than 3 years counting from last date of application.

The qualifications for academic positions are given in Chapter 4, Section 3 - 4 of the Higher Education Ordinance.

Assessment
The ideal candidate should have a PhD in immunology with a strong scientific productivity. Proficiency with in vivo mouse models (intranasal infection, i.p. and i.v. injections), multicolor flow cytometry, influenza virus growth and in vitro characterization and experience with 10x genomics protocols and RNA library preparation is a must. Previous experience working with B and T cells is a plus. The successful candidate is expected to be very motivated, able to plan and execute experiments independently and actively participate to the group. Excellent written and spoken English is essential.

Regulations for the evaluation of qualifications for academic positions are given in Chapter 4, Section 3 - 4 of the Higher Education Ordinance.

Employment
The employment is full time and temporary, two years, with placement at the Institute of Biomedicine. First day of employment as agreed.

For further information:
Regarding the position please contact Research Fellow Davide Angeletti, phone: +46 -317866324, e-mail: davide.angeletti@gu.se

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How to apply
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The application should contain:


• A cover letter giving a brief description of previous research experience, and a motivation to why you are applying
• A CV including a list of publications
• Proof of completed PhD
• Contact details of two references

The University of Gothenburg promotes equal opportunities, equality and diversity.

Salary is determined on an individual basis.

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