We offer a Postdoc position for an ambitious and highly motivated candidate with a passion for computational biology, translational research and cancer immunotherapy. A solid track record and a background in bioinformatics, computer science or a related discipline with extensive experience with high-throughput data analysis, especially sequencing data is expected. Proficiency in bioinformatics programming languages (e.g. R, Python). Good cross-disciplinary collaborative and communication skills. Experience in statistics, machine learning and experience with projects involving genomics to identifying candidate targets and biomarkers is a plus. Knowledge of tumor immunology and animal models will be an advantage.
Fixed-term contract: 2 year.
You will join a dynamic international research group, that is embedded in the division of molecular oncology and immunology, consisting of a large team of scientists that are headed by seven PIs (Thommen, Kvistborg, Haanen, Peeper, Schumacher, Voest, and Blank).
You will collaborate with scientists and clinicians with expertise in different disciplines, all focusing on cancer immunotherapies. You will have the opportunity to follow high-quality courses offered by the NKI postdoc career development program.
Your temporary employment will be initially for a period of two years. The gross salary per month will range from € 3.375,- to € 4.111,- according to the FWG-function group 55, and depends on previous experience. The terms of employment will be in accordance with the CAO Ziekenhuizen (Collective Labour Agreement for Hospitals