stillingsbetegnelse: Postdoc in Immunology-Inflammatory Bowel Disease

jobbeskrivelse:
A postdoctoral position is available in the Mucosal Immunology group headed by Professor William Agace at the Section of Immunology and Vaccinology, at the Danish Technical University, Veterinary Institute, Fredriksberg. The research group focuses on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms regulating immune homeostasis, infection and inflammation in the intestinal tract with a particular interest in the impact of dendritic cells and stromal elements in the regulation of adaptive immunity (see Nat Rev Immunol. 2014 Oct;14(10):667-85, Immunity. 2013 May 23;38(5):958-69). The successfull candidate will join a team of collaborative groups with expertise in state-of-the-art animal models, proteomics, systems biology and clinical gastroenterology to assess the mechanisms regulating regionalized immunity along the length of the intestinal tract. Responsibilities and tasks The postdoctoral fellow will work with patient material including intestinal biopsies and surgical material to study the phenotype and function of human dendritic cell subsets and their cross-talk with human stromal elements in the steady state and setting of Inflammatory Bowel Disease. The project will involve close collaboration with clinical gastroenterologists, as well as other members of the team including experts in proteomics, bioinformatics and systems biology. Qualifications Candidates should have a PhD degree or equivalent. The candidate should be highly motivated, have the ability to work independently but also enjoy contributing and working within a team. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D in the biomedical sciences including documented training in immunology, with prior experience in working with human primary cells, immuno-phenotyping (multi-color flow cytometry), molecular biology and in vitro cell culture. Prior experience of working with human surgical and biopsy material is beneficial as is basic knowledge in bioinformatics. We offer We offer an interesting and challenging job in an international environment focusing on education, research, public-sector consultancy and innovation, which contribute to enhancing the economy and improving social welfare. We strive for academic excellence, collegial respect and freedom tempered by responsibility. The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is a leading technical university in northern Europe and benchmarks with the best universities in the world. Salary and terms of employment The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed with the relevant union. The laboratory is located in Frederiksberg, Copenhagen at the DTU Vet Campus with expected move to Lyngby Campus late 2016. The period of employment is 3 years (with the possibility of an extension). Further information Further information may be obtained from Professor William Agace, wiag (at) vet.dtu.dk or Head of Section Jørgen Schøller, jorsch (at) vet.dtu.dk You can read more about DTU Vet on http://www.vet.DTU.dk Application procedure: Please submit your online application no later than 13 February 2015. Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online," fill in the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include: •Application (cover letter) •CV •Diploma •List of publications Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered. All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. DTU Vet conducts veterinary and medical research, education, scientific advice to public authorities and diagnostic services at the highest level to improve the health and welfare of animals and people in society. The department is national veterinary reference laboratory and is responsible for the

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Undervisning og forskning på universiteter og højere læreranstalter

land: Danmark

region: Hovedstaden

krævede uddannelse: Ikke angivet

Kilde til jobtilbud: AMS, Offentlige arbejdsformidlinger, Danmark