Post-doc position

Transplantation Centre, Department of Medicine

University of Lausanne

Transplantation Immunology

The Transplantation Immunopathology Laboratory is recruiting a young postdoc with a solid background in basic immunology, starting as soon as possible for duration of 24 months. The main aim of the project is to explore the role of T- and B-cell subsets in allograft rejection and immune tolerance. The project will involve experimental in vivo models, as well as translational research based on patients’ biological samples.

Desired profile:

• PhD or MD-PhD degree in immunology or related fields.
• Ability and willingness to work in an interdisciplinary research field.
• Good oral and written skills in English. Knowledge of French.

The following skills:

• Cellular and molecular biology, cell imaging and/or immunohistology, flow cytometry, work with in vivo rodent models.
• To work in a multidisciplinary context.
• To critically review and summarize knowledge in specific areas.
• To develop study protocols and plan research.
• To analyze data and to write ad hoc reports independently.
• To efficiently communicate and disseminate results.
• To manage ongoing research projects, including data management and interaction with participants and colleagues. To coach young Master/PhD students.

Salary will follow CHUV’s scale based on diplomas and work experience.

Applications should include a motivation letter, a CV and the names and email addresses of 2-3 referees.

Interested candidates should contact Dr D. Golshayan

E-mail:          Dela.Golshayan@chuv.ch

Websites:     http://www.chuv.ch/transplantation/cto_home/cto-recherche.htm