Postdoctoral Fellow in Immunotechnology

Description of the workplace

The Department of Immunotechnology conducts research ranging from advanced technology development to biomedical studies. The main research areas include immuno-oncology, sensitization, and biomarkers. The modern facilities are located at Medicon Village, where academic research is carried out side by side with private companies and actors from the healthcare sector. A number of important infrastructures are available, including specialized laboratories for spatial omics, mass spectrometry, flow cytometry, and antibody production, as well as NBIS (National Bioinformatics Infrastructure Sweden). The department hosts a unit within Display and Selection Technologies (https://www.scilifelab.se/units/display-and-selection-technologies/), which is part of the national research platform SciLifeLab Drug Discovery and Development (https://www.scilifelab.se/units/ddd-platform/). The department is also responsible for several student courses and offers high-quality education at both undergraduate and advanced levels. Approximately 35 people work within the department. You will be part of a research group in immuno-oncology that focuses on myeloid cells in the tumor microenvironment, development of new immunotherapeutic treatments, and tools for precision medicine.

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Subject description

The research focus of the position lies within the field of immuno-oncology, specifically in the development of therapeutic antibodies. The research group conducts experimental and translational research in close collaboration with specialists at Skåne University Hospital. The group works with, among other things, spatial omics, scRNAseq and spectral flow cytometry for detailed studies of immune cells in solid tumors. We are now seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with expertise in antibody technology. The goal is to develop new therapeutic antibodies that can enhance antigen uptake and T cell activation in tumors, and to assess their functional properties in patient-derived material.

Work duties

The main duties involved in a post-doctoral position is to conduct research. Teaching may also be included, but up to no more than 20% of working hours. The position includes the opportunity for three weeks of training in higher education teaching and learning. The purpose of the position is to develop the independence as a researcher and to create the opportunity of further development.

The postdoctoral position includes a combination of experimental work, data analysis, as well as interpretation and presentation of research results. The main part of the work for the advertised position involves the design of antibody formats, in vitro selection using phage display of human recombinant antibodies intended for therapy, and antibody characterization using various binding analyses, but the tasks may be broadened depending on the development of the project.

Detailed description of the work duties, such as:

• Research within the subject area
• Teaching in the first, second and third cycles of studies
• Supervision of degree projects and doctoral students
• Actively seeking external research funding
• Collaboration with industry and wider society
• Administration related to the work duties listed above

Qualification requirements

Appointment to a post-doctoral position requires that the applicant has a PhD, or an international degree deemed equivalent to a PhD, within the subject of the position. The certificate proving the qualification requirement is met, must be received before the employment decision is made. Priority will be given to candidates who have graduated no more than three years ago before the last day for application. Under special circumstances, the doctoral degree can have been completed earlier.

Additional requirements:

• Very good oral and written proficiency in English.
• A completed doctoral degree in a relevant subject area, such as molecular biology, tumor biology, immunology, or a related field.
• Strong ability to initiate, develop and conduct high-quality research.
• Documented research experience in immuno-oncology with a focus on antibodies and antibody development.
• Good communication skills.
• Good collaborative skills, initiative and the ability to solve work tasks independently

Assessment criteria

This is a career development position primarily focused on research. The position is intended as an initial step in a career, and the assessment of the applicants will primarily be based on their research qualifications and potential as researchers. Particular emphasis will be placed on research skills within the subject.

For appointments to a post-doctoral position, the following shall form the assessment criteria:

• A good ability to develop and conduct high quality research.
• Teaching skills.

Other qualifications:

• Practical experience in construct design, phage display, cloning, and antibody production.
• Practical experience in antibody characterization and analysis of binding, solubility, stability, and affinity.
• Practical experience in multiplex immunofluorescence/immunohistochemical staining and flow cytometry.
• Knowledge of immuno-oncology, with a particular focus on myeloid cells and how targeted therapy can increase antigen uptake and T cell activation.

Consideration will also be given to how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

Further information

This is a full-time, fixed-term employment of 2 years (2025-09-15 – 2027-09-14). The period of employment is determined in accordance with the agreement “Avtal om tidsbegränsad anställning som postdoktor” (“Agreement on fixed-term employment as a post-doctoral fellow”).

How to apply

Applications shall be written in English. Please draw up the application in accordance with LTH’s Academic qualifications portfolio – see link below. Upload the application as PDF-files in the recruitment system (including your PhD certificate). Read more: To apply for academic positions at LTH. http://www.lth.se/english/working-at-lth/to-apply-for-academic-positions-at-lth/

Alternatively

Applications are to be submitted via the University’s recruitment system. The application should include a CV and a personal letter justifying your interest in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application should also include a degree certificate or equivalent and any other document to which you would like to draw attention (copies of grade transcripts, details of referees, letters of recommendation, etc.)”

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