Postdoc Supramolecular Vaccine Development

The development of novel supra-molecular technologies to couple immune-active molecules to pathogens such as malaria parasites is at the heart of our innovative vaccine program. Previously, we showed that if adjuvants are attached to the surface of pathogens, the immune response to these pathogens changes markedly, which means they can be used as vaccines. The candidate will advance the already established concepts using chemical approaches, for example by creating multi-adjuvant systems and testing different chemical techniques for this purpose. Ultimately, the aim will be to create pathogen-based vaccines that will be applied in vitro and in vivo.
This interdisciplinary project combines chemistry, imaging with vaccinology. Experience in or knowledge of infectious diseases or the vaccine field is not needed – willingness to learn these fields is!

In short

·         You will work in a dynamic academic environment within a highly interdisciplinary team

·         You will design novel vaccine technologies and work at the intersection of chemistry and biology

·         You are dedicated, independent and flexible and like working with like-minded people with a can-do, open mindset

·         The project is part of a prestigious VIDI gran