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Postdoctoral Scientist in Human T-cell Immunology

We are looking for a postdoctoral scientist to join Prof Christina Zielinski's group to work in the field of human T-cell immunology.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of human T-cell immunology using cutting-edge cellular, molecular and gene-editing approaches. The candidate will explore the molecular regulation of a novel cytotoxic pathway in T cells and its impact in settings of cancer and infection. This will involve investigations into the role and regulation of T cell-derived extracellular vesicles and membrane repair mechanisms.

The ability to work both independently and as part of a team, coupled with excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills is required. Expertise in molecular techniques, gene-editing of human primary cells (CRISPR-based approaches), and microscopic imaging technologies are required. Experience with cytotoxic T cells is a plus. Other duties/responsibilities include developing and driving research objectives and writing up work for presentation and publication.

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The post is available for two years in the first instance starting as soon as possible and subject to a 6-month probationary period.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

Please ensure that you upload your Curriculum Vitae (CV), a motivation letter detailing project and career development plans and include a publications list in the upload section of the online application. Please provide contact details, including an email address of two referees. At least one of your referees should be someone who is familiar with your work in your primary research field. If you upload any additional documents that have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

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We particularly welcome applications from women and /or candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our Department.

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Informal enquiries and requests for further information are very welcome and should be addressed to Prof Christina Zielinski cez22@cam.ac.uk If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact: hr@path.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PK51315 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

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