POST DOC POSITIONS IN MAGNETIC HYPERTHERMIA FOR METASTATIZED TUMOR TREATMENT AND REMOTE MANIPUL[...]

Post Doc positions in Magnetic hyperthermia for metastatized tumor treatment and remote manipulation of microdevices - (2400007T) Commitment & contract: 2 positions, 24 months collaboration contract Location: Genoa Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future! At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential. THE ROLE The candidates will join a multidisciplinary team of chemists, biologists, physicists and engineers. At IIT, state-of-the-art chemistry and biology laboratories for material preparation, cellular culturing and characterization, as well as a fully equipped animal facility, are available. The Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications Research Unit (NABM) is coordinated by Teresa Pellegrino who has extensive experience in nanomaterials for biomedical applications, including drug delivery and hyperthermia. Your main responsibilities will be: Focus on the application of magnetic nanoparticles platforms and magnetic scaffolds as drug delivery and heat mediators, and on studying the tumor response to immune cells upon applications of different physical stimuli/drugs/nanoformulations. Accomplish tasks within the research activities related to cancer cells in presence of different magnetic nanomaterials and stimuli and evaluate the immune cells response. One of these two open positions is financed by ERC within the project focusing on the delivery of magnetic nanoparticles to tumors via natural killer cells and on the study of magnetic hyperthermia for metastatized tumor treatment. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Eligible applicants must have a PhD title on cancer and/or immunology study Previous experience in cancer and cancer stem cell fields and/or immunology Strong background in cancer study both in 2D and 3D in vitro studies Strong background as biologist, oncologist, immunologist or biotechnologist in immunology with emphasis on NK cells Knowledge of real-time polymerase chain reaction, immuno-fluorescent techniques, confocal microscopy studies, cell processing and analysis for TEM and SEM, flow cytometry, immunoprecipitation methods, stem cell culture, immune cells culturing and isolation. Strong publication record Ability to properly report, organize and publish research data Documented experience in coaching junior scientists Good command of spoken and written English ADDITIONAL SKILLS The in vivo animal study expertise is not required but very much welcome Previous experience in performing animal studies using different murine models for immunology or cancer study is not required but highly welcome. Previous involvement in biological studies of nanomaterials Previous experience in nanotechnologies Good communication skills Strong problem-solving attitude High motivation to learn complementary research subjects Spirit of innovation and creativity Good at time and priority management Previous work experience in an international environment. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment COMPENSATION PACKAGE Competitive salary package for international standards Private health care coverage depending on your role and contract Candidates from abroad or Italian citizens who have carried scientific research activity permanently abroad and meet specific requirements may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income of up to 90% from 6 to 13 years. One of these open positions is financed by the ERC GIULIa project - Title: MAGNETIC HYPERTHERMIA FOR METASTASIZED TUMOR TREATMENT AND REMOTE MANIPULATION OF MICRODEVICES - Grant number: .... Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV, university transcripts, cover letter, and contact details of 2 references. Application’s deadline: November 25th, 2024 To discover more about life at IIT, visit the dedicated section here: https://.../en/work-at-iit Primary Location: GENOVA Job: Postdoc Organization: Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications Job Posting: Nov 6, 2024, 2:08:19 AM #J-18808-Ljbffr