Postdoctoral positions in immunoengineering [cancer and chronic diseases]

The Steinmetz Lab (steinmetzlab.com) at UC San Diego is seeking talented and motivated post-doctoral researchers to work in immunoengineering and immunotherapy targeting cancer, cardiovascular and other chronic diseases.

Under funding from the National Institute of Health, we are developing immunotherapies targeting cancer, cardiovascular and other chronic diseases using plant viruses as nanotechnology platform.

Plant viruses serve both as epitope display platforms, carriers for nucleic acid therapeutics, and adjuvants, making them intriguing materials for immunotherapy and nanomedicine strategies.

We are particularly interested to recruit researchers with a background in immunology, immunotherapy, nanotechnology/nanomedicine. Candidates with backgrounds primarily in nanoparticle synthesis are not suited for this position. Background in molecular biology, cloning, immunology (multi-color flow cytometry) and animal work are desired.

The candidate will receive mentoring to prepare them for future careers in academia or industry, including project management skills, fellowship/proposal writing and effective scientific communication. The candidates will have the opportunity and are expected to prepare peer-reviewed manuscripts and attend scientific conferences.

Qualifications Required and Preferred Academic Background:

The ideal candidate should demonstrate creativity, passion for scientific inquiry, and an ability to link fundamental science to real-world applications. The ideal candidate will also have:

• a PhD degree in immunology, nanotechnology, biotechnology, biomedical/chemical engineering, or related disciplines.
• Prior post-doc experience is not required and not preferred.

The Steinmetz Lab and UC San Diego offer a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment. The candidate will have access to state-of-the art research facilities across the UC San Diego campus.

Application Procedure :

Interested applicants should send the following materials to [email protected]

• A cover letter summarizing their research accomplishments and interests
• Curriculum vitae