Postdoctoral Fellow - Cancer Immunology (100%), Basel

Postdoctoral Fellow - Cancer Immunology (100%) University of Basel ranks among the world’s one hundred best universities and boasts a top‑ten place among German‑speaking universities. The Department of Biomedicine is a joint effort between the University of Basel and the University Hospitals Basel. It unites basic and clinical scientists to advance our understanding of health anddisease and to develop pioneering therapies benefiting the lives of patients in areas of unmet need.

With more than 68 research groups and 800 employees, the Department of Biomedicine is the largest department at the University. We are located in the heart of Basel at six different locations. Be part of our future.

The Dixon Lab at University of Basel seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral research fellow to study neuro‑immune interactions in cancer. The role of intra‑tumoral neurons is complex and still not fully understood. While some studies suggest they play a critical role in tumor progression and metastasis, others report that they may contribute to anti‑tumor immunity. Our lab is dedicated to understanding the innervation landscape of peripheral tumors and its role in immuno‑oncology.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience in immunology and have previously worked on cellular and molecular networks underlying tissue health and disease. Our goal is to conduct impactful interdisciplinary research interfacing tumor biology, immunology, and neuroscience to investigate the role of neurons in regulating tumor immunity. Candidates will be expected to take the lead role in their projects, publish manuscripts as the first author, and present their projects and data at lab meetings as well as international meetings. We are looking for someone who is excited to discover and answer questions related to neuro‑immunology, and who demonstrates critical thinking, scientific rigor, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in immunology, oncology, or a related field

Strong interest in immunology

Strong skills in conducting independent in‑vivo studies, and knowledge of managing strains for independent projects, including genetically modified mouse models

Experience with spectral flow cytometry is essential

Experience with cell sorting, preparation of tissues for RNA‑seq and confocal microscopy analysis is highly desirable

Experience in cellular and molecular biology

Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to work independently

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Commitment to teamwork and collaboration

Research Environment&Mentorship We are seeking an individual excited to study neuro‑immunology in cancer. The successful candidate would join a dynamic team of international researchers with an interest in collaborating and helping each other. Mentorship and career development are critical aspects of our overall mission. Abundant one‑on‑one time and the support required forsuccessful completion of projects are the foremost priorities of the lab. Close collaboration with neighboring neuroscience, oncology, immunology, and cancer immunology labs ensures a large, dynamic, and vibrant scientific network. Additionally, mentorship on the transition into subsequent career stages, including establishing an independent research program, will be provided.

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