PhD candidate in Immunology – Infection

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PhD candidate in Immunology – Infection

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Offer DescriptionIn the REGULATE research program ( ), we aim to decipher the mechanisms regulating the effector functions of a particular population of memory T lymphocytes named virtual memory T cells (TVM), stimulated during the immune response against parasitic worms, and involving the cytokine interleukin 4 (IL-4). The research project is based on recent work from the laboratory: , , (preprint).The objective of the project is to harness the potential of virtual memory T cells to develop alternative strategies of intervention and improve host protection against infections. This research project will fill an important gap in the understanding of the mechanisms regulating virtual memory T cell mediated functions and will identify important alternative points of intervention to help combat infections and induced disease.We are looking for an enthusiastic researcher to join the team and engage in a doctoral thesis.The is based at the FARAH research unit, localized at the Faculty of Veterinary of Medicine, Department of Infectious and Parasitic Diseases of University of Liege, Liege, Belgium.Specific duties and activities

• Doctoral training in immunology and virus-helminth coinfection.
• Implement existing models and generate new preclinical models to directly address the role of IL-4-induced virtual memory T cells in type 2 immunity during parasite infection.
• Develop experimental approaches to investigate cell-cell interactions of virtual memory T cells in a type 2 immune environment.
• Depending on the profile – possibility to develop translational research.
• Communicate findings through participation to international meetings and publications.
• …

RequirementsResearch Field Medical sciences » Veterinary medicine Education Level Master Degree or equivalentResearch Field Medical sciences » Health sciences Education Level Master Degree or equivalentSkills/QualificationsRequired skills: Master in (bio)medical or veterinary sciences; motivation to discover immunology-orientated research questions; interested in scientific writing, and communication; ready to implement scientific rigor, integrity, and ethics.Additional research skills: Experience in immunology or infectious disease research is a plus.Soft skills: Enthusiasm to work as part of a team, critical and creative thinking.Languages: Minimal command of English, including written and spoken scientific English.Languages ENGLISH Level GoodInternal Application form(s) neededREGULATE – PhD candidate vacancy2.pdfEnglish(323.21 KB – PDF)Additional InformationBenefitsWork environment: Desk and lab space, facilitated access to necessary technological platforms on site, BSL-2 lab and animal facilities, high-parameter flow cytometry including cell sorting and spectral flow cytometry, facilities for scRNA-seq, access to the , support from computational biologists, preparation of apply for a PhD grant.Selection process

• The selection will be based on CVs, the cover letter, references and their suitability for the position.
• Pre-selected candidates will be interviewed by July 15th, 2024, in person or via Teams.

Our corporate policy is based on diversity and equal opportunity. We select candidates on the basis of their skills and do not discriminate on grounds of age, sexual orientation, origin, beliefs, disability or nationality.Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute University of Liege – FARAH – Infectious and Parasitic Diseases Country Belgium State/Province Liege City Liege Postal Code 4000 Street Avenue de Cureghem 10 GeofieldWhere to apply E-mail[email protected]Contact State/ProvinceLiege CityLiege WebsiteStreetAvenue de Cureghem 10 Postal Code4000 E-Mail[email protected]STATUS: EXPIRED

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Location

Liège

Job date

Fri, 03 May 2024 23:28:30 GMT

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