ENGINEER IN IMMUNOLOGY AND CELL BIOLOGY (M/F)

ENGINEER IN IMMUNOLOGY AND CELL BIOLOGY (M/F) 06/30/2024 Paris The Curie Institute Research CenterThe “Institut Curie” is a major player in the research and fight against cancer. It consists of a hospital and a Research Center of more than 1000 employees with a strong international representativeness.The objective of the Curie Institute Research Center is to develop basic research and to use the knowledge produced to improve the diagnosis, prognosis, and therapeutics of cancers as part of the continuum between basic research and innovation serving the patient. LaboratoryInstitut Curie is one of the largest European institutions for cancer and biomedical research with strong interdisciplinary traditions. It is in the center of Paris in France, in a both cultural and scientific rich environment. The site has active seminar program and hosts regular training sessions in molecular and cellular biology. The project will be developed in Center of Cancer Immunotherapy headed by Ana Maria Lennon and the Clinic Immunology Laboratory. The Immunology Department includes 10 independent research teams in the fields of basic and applied immunology, working in a very collaborative and international environment. Candidate will work under the supervision of Dr. Olivier Lantz. The aim of the team is to characterize the biology of T cells, their interaction with other cells of the immune system, and their role in cancer, in both humans and through mice models. The open position is in line with recent developments at the interface between Immunology and Cancer. More information: www.curie.fr and https://curie.fr/unite/u932 .MissionsThe research group of Dr. Olivier Lantz (Inserm U932, Paris, France) is seeking an immunology and cell biology engineer. The candidate will be dedicated on one side to study T cell response in the frame of translational research projects and clinical research in Lung cancer. Anti-tumoral responses induced by anti PD1 treatment in neoadjuvant setting in NSCLC will be studied in the Lymph nodes and blood of the patients undergoing thoracic surgery. And the candidate will be also involved in studying anti-tumoral responses in thymoma (cancer of the thymus).Candidate Profile- Master 2 in immunology, molecular and cellular biology, or biothechnology- 3 years of experience in immunology- Expertise in flow cytometry and cell sorting- Some knowledge in transcriptomics (TCRseq and/orRNAseq) is not mandatory but will be highly appreciated.- Some knowledge in human immunology, oncology and immunotherapy is not mandatory but will be highly appreciated.- Scientific rigor and excellent analytical and synthetic capabilities.- Team spirit and dynamic personality with passion for innovation and problem-solvingAll our opportunities are open to people with disabilitiesContract informationType of contract: Fixed-term contractStarting date: as soon as possibleWorking time: full timeRemuneration: according to the current gridsBenefits: Collective catering, reimbursement of transportation fees up to 70%, supplementary health insuranceLocation of the position: ParisReference: NAContactPlease send your CV, letter of motivation and 2 referencesPublication date: 17th of April 2024Deadline for application: end of June 2024Institut Curie is an inclusive, equal opportunity employerand is dedicated to the highest standards of research integrity #J-18808-Ljbffr