Doc­toral Stu­dent in Cancer Gene Ther­apy

Professor Akseli Hemminki at the University of Helsinki, Cancer Gene Therapy Group (CGTG) invites applications for the position of

DOCTORAL STUDENT in Cancer Gene Therapy

CGTG is located in Haartman Institute on the Helsinki Academic Medical Campus in Meilahti, Helsinki, Finland. Our research involves cancer immunotherapy with oncolytic viruses, checkpoint inhibitors and adaptive cell therapies such as T-cell therapy, and their interplay. Please see https://www.helsinki.fi/en/researchgroups/cancer-gene-therapy-group for more information.

We offer you:
• an opportunity to work in a highest quality group at the very cutting edge of cancer research, both nationally and internationally
• a chance to be involved in translational and cross-field science utilizing techniques from genetic engineering, immunology, virology, cell biology, molecular biology, clinical medicine and animal work
• a stimulating research environment on the largest biomedical research campus in Finland, with tight collaborations locally and globally
• a chance for completing a PhD and growing into an independent researcher

What is expected of you:
• MSc or equivalent degree in biological, biomedical or medical sciences field or in related Tech/Engineering
• high motivation level and work morale
• capability to work and plan experiments independently and to manage overlapping projects
• some previous experience in immunology, oncology, bioengineering or virology is required
• some skills and/or training in working with model animals (rodents) are required. The project will involve animal work.
• experience in laboratory work with viral vectors, biologicals and/or cell therapies will count in your favor
• experience in cell and molecular biology methodology, e.g. flow cytometry, qPCR, and cell proliferation assays will count in your favor
• knowledge and/or previous experience of statistical analyses and programs (GraphPad Prism, R, or SPSS) will count in your favor
• adequate written and oral skills in the English language
• excellent teamwork skills
• possibility of interviewing at CGTG in person

The appointee should either already have the right to pursue a doctoral degree at the University of Helsinki by the start of the appointment or apply for the right and obtain it within the probationary period of six months of their appointment. If the candidate does not already have the right to pursue a doctoral degree at the University of Helsinki, it must be applied for separately: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/admissions-and-education/apply-doctoral-progr... .

The appointment will be for a year starting upon agreement but 1.2.2022 is preferable. Trial period of 6 months will be applied. The monthly gross salary will be appr. 2200-2400 € per month depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience. In addition, University of Helsinki offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care and opportunities for professional development. Further information at www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers .

Please address your queries to Minna Oksanen, [email protected] , tel. +358 2941 26832.

Please submit your application as a single PDF file containing your CV through the University’s electronic recruitment system by clicking “Apply for the position” link below. Internal applicants (i.e., current employees of the University of Helsinki) must submit their applications through the SAP HR portal, under the tab “Career and Job”. If you have questions about the recruitment system, please contact [email protected] .

The deadline for applications is December 16, 2021.

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