Postdoctoral Researcher Leiden University Center of Infectious Diseases

Postdoctoral Researcher Leiden University Center of Infectious Diseases

Are you a dedicated and ambitious researcher who wants to conduct translational immunological research using state-of-the-art technologies? Additionally, do you have a keen interest in utilizing new tools to test vaccines, advanced in vitro cultures, and (mucosal) immunity? Then you might be the postdoc we are looking for.

About your role

Novel vaccines for respiratory viral pathogens are urgently needed. However, the testing and licensure of such new vaccines are complicated by the fact that in vitro assays poorly predict how these vaccines will perform upon administration. Within the Innov4Vac consortium, you will be involved in developing methods to functionally study antigen-specific T-cell responses, utilizing advanced in vitro cultures in conjunction with immune cells. You will develop these assays and employ them to enhance our understanding of how the immune response can combat infection. Ultimately, you will use unique clinical samples to determine whether this assay can predict susceptibility to influenza or RSV infections in humans.

About you

• (Bio)medical or biochemical academic degree and a PhD in immunology.
• Hands-on experience with using primary cell culture models (including organoids) and/or viral (influenza) infections of cells is preferable.
• Enthusiastic and ambitious, with a proactive and determined approach.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to coordinate with colleagues.
• Experience in human immunology, particularly related to antigen-specific T cells or mucosal immunology, would be advantageous.

Our offer

Getting better by breaking new ground; that's our mission. This applies not only to healthcare, but also to our employees. In order to be able to continue to learn and develop, we offer internal and external training. You are also entitled to an end-of-year bonus (8,3%), holiday allowance, sports budget and bicycle scheme. Furthermore, as an employee of LUMC, you are also affiliated with the ABP pension fund. This means that 70% of your pension premium is paid by LUMC, leaving you with a higher net salary. Nice, right?

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About your workplace

You will work in a research group embedded within the Leiden University Center of Infectious Diseases. This center is internationally oriented and comprises professors, multiple senior researchers, national and international postdocs, PhD candidates, research technicians, and several bachelor's and master's students.

What do we represent?

Our health is our greatest asset. Unlike any other profession, in healthcare, you can fully appreciate the entire spectrum of humanity in all its breadth. LUMC, as an academic medical center, wholeheartedly embraces that diversity! We strive for the highest quality in healthcare, education, and (international) research. We aim to be a creative and inspiring workplace. It is essential that everyone feels at home, safe, and recognized. That is why the LUMC was the first academic medical center to partner with Workplace Pride. Our active network, LUMC Pride, is dedicated to optimal inclusivity and diversity within our organization. Regardless of origin, gender, appearance, age, identity, orientation, or faith, you are a valuable part of our organization. Together, we are LUMC.

More information

• As a postdoc researcher your salary will at minimum be € 3,359 and € 5,292 at most (scale 10, CAO UMC). These figures are based on full-time employment.
• We offer a position for two years, with a probation period of 6 months.
• We will request references.
• Applications from employment/recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Contact

Dr. Simon Jochems, associate professor, Leiden University Center of Infectious Diseases

s.p.jochems@lumc.nl

Tel. +31(0)71 526 1328

Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC)

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