Postdoc in Tumor-Immune Crosstalk and Signaling Dynamics

The NanoBiophysics Lab at UCLouvain is seeking a dynamic and motivated postdoctoral researcher to join a multidisciplinary team investigating tumor-immune system interactions through a biophysical lens. This project aims to understand how properties of the tumor microenvironment influence immune cell behavior, with a focus on immune receptor and downstream signalling protein recruitment in different biophysical contexts. The ultimate goal is to identify new therapeutic strategies to counteract tumor-induced immunosuppression.

The successful candidate will combine molecular biology, immunological assays, and cutting-edge biophysical techniques to explore how immune cells sense and respond to tumor-associated signals. The research will involve fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS),  confocal imaging and various biophysical techniques, to characterize immune phenotypes and their mechanical, structural, and molecular interactions within the tumor microenvironment.

Qualifications:

•    A PhD in molecular biology, immunology, cancer biology or a related field.
•    Hands-on experience with FACS and standard molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, ELISA, RNA sequencing).
•    A strong background in immunological assays and immune cell phenotyping.
•    Interest in biophysical methods 
•    Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Please send your application including a cover letter explaining your background, a CV and names and contact details of 2-3 references by E-mail