Postdoctoral Training Fellow - Functional Tumour Immunology (Dr Esther Arwert)

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Location:

Chelsea

Department:

Functional Tumour Immunology

Salary Details:

Salary Range: £35,844 - £48,224 per annum

Contract:

Fixed term

Contract Length:

Not Specified

Advertising End Date:

13 Nov 2024

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Postdoctoral Training Fellow - Functional Tumour Immunology (Dr Esther Arwert)

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Salary: Dependent on relevant Postdoctoral experience. Future progression is based on annual performance review. If the candidate has completed their viva but has not yet been awarded their PhD, the starting salary will be £35,844, pre-PhD level. Progression to the full PDTF scale will commence once confirmation of PhD award is received. Award must be provided within 6 months of start date.

This role is not eligible for ICR Sponsorship, you must have the right to work in the UK.

Duration of Contract: Fixed Term for 2 years

Hours per week: 35 hours per week

Closing Date: Wednesday 13 November 2024

Job Details

Under the leadership of Dr Esther Arwert, we are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Training Fellow to join the Functional Tumour Immunology laboratory and contribute to this exciting research, utilizing state-of-the-art technology to investigate how the tumour microenvironment modulates antigen-specific T cell responses.

The Functional Tumour Immunology lab is a dynamic research group within the Breast Cancer Now Toby Robins Research Centre at the ICR Chelsea campus. Our mission is to develop innovative immunotherapy strategies for breast cancer by exploring the complex interactions between cancer cells and their microenvironment. We focus on uncovering tumour microenvironmental mechanisms that drive immune escape and therapy resistance, particularly in aggressive cancers like triple negative breast cancer.

Using cutting-edge technology and sophisticated mouse models, we investigate how the tumour microenvironment modulates antigen-specific T cell responses. Our translational research aims to identify novel targets and treatments that can improve existing immunotherapy options for breast cancer patients. Our expertise in cancer cell biology and immuno-oncology combines insights from molecular biology, drug discovery, and translational medicine.

As part of the ICR's Centre for Translational Immunotherapy Initiative, we collaborate across disciplines to accelerate the development of more effective, targeted therapies for breast cancer.

Main purpose of the job is to design and execution of a broad range of functional in vivo and cellular assays geared towards the uncovering of tumour microenvironmental mechanisms that drive immune escape and therapy resistance.

The ICR has a workforce agreement stating that Postdoctoral Training Fellows can only be employed for up to 7 years as PDTF at the ICR, providing total postdoctoral experience (including previous employment at this level elsewhere) does not exceed 10 years

For general information on Post Doc's at The ICR can be found here.

For further information about the role, please contact Dr Esther Arwert by emailing [email protected].

About The Institute of Cancer Research

Why work for us?

As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits.

The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here.

At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.

Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back – if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.

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