Research engineer/postdoc position available to study « Restoration of anti-tumor immunity by targeting the extracellular matrix with CAR T cells ».
In the INCa PLBIO funded project “Matrix-CAR-Targeting”: Restoration of anti-tumor immunity by targeting the extracellular matrix with CAR T cells » three research laboratories (E. Donnadieu, Institut Cochin, Paris, C. Ferrand, EFS, (French Blood Center), Besançon, G. Orend, INSERM U1109, Strasbourg) are collaborating in developing and applying novel tools to target the extracellular matrix for reprogramming the immune suppressive tumor microenvironment including peptides and CAR (chimeric antigen receptor) specific CAR-T cells.
A 18 months position (research engineer/postdoc) starting in spring 2023 is available in the « Thérapeutique Immuno-Moléculaire des Cancers » (TIMC) teams with Dr Christophe Ferrand (INSERM U1098 Right, Besançon). This laboratory (https://umr-right.com/) is specialized in cell immunotherapy against hematological malignancies and Cancer.
Profil: a highly motivated scientist with strong background in tumor biology, mouse tumor models, immunology and cell culture, gene therapy and high team spirit and good English communication skills.
Interested candidates are invited to send their CV together with a motivation letter and the names of 2 referees to Dr Christophe FERRAND ()