We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and creative
PostDoc Dynamics of cancer immune ecosystems and oncolytic virotherapy (f/m/diverse)

ViraTherapeutics is a subsidiary of the Boehringer Ingelheim group of companies: a perfect symbiosis of big pharma and a biotech start-up vibe. Located in the beautiful city of Innsbruck, Austria – a great place to live and to work – our dedicated Research team develops innovative viral-based immune-oncology treatment options.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and creative

PostDoc Dynamics of cancer immune ecosystems and oncolytic virotherapy (f/m/diverse)

In this science-focused position, you will set up a 3D immune cell tracking method to i. elicit the dynamics of human cancer immune ecosystems and ii. evaluate early cancer immune modulatory anti-cancer research concepts e.g. oncolytic viruses.

Your role:

• Set-up of 3D live cell microscopy to monitor the interplay of distinct immune cell subsets within human tumor ex vivo systems
• Complement the development of human ex vivo based assays to test and design novel concepts in cancer immunotherapy (including project planning, evaluation and documentation)
• Set-up and implement computational and statistical tools to track and quantify immune cell subsets
• Perform cutting edge research with a focus on translation within a global pharmaceutical company
• Interact and communicate within a highly dynamic research network including partners from academia, industry (including presentations of the project work at scientific conferences)

Your ideal qualification:

• Biologist (PhD) with a profound expertise and scientific curiosity in human cancer immunology and/or cell biology
• In depth knowledge and hands-on experience in basic and advanced microscopy techniques
• Experience in cell tracking and/or immuno-assays is a strong asset
• Knowledge of cancer immunotherapy to foster translation of novel virus based anti-cancer therapeutics
• Excellent interpersonal and clear communication skills to integrate in a multi-disciplinary, lively and flexible team
• Evidence of scientific rigor and excellence as documented by peer-reviewed publications
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written; German language skills would be highly appreciated (otherwise willingness to learn German)

Our offer:

• You will have the unique possibility to drive research towards a novel cancer therapy at the interface of science and translation being part of an engaged scientific team.
• 2 year fixed contract with the possibility to extend.
• Work within the passionate, science-driven atmosphere of a small biotech company whilst at the same time benefit from being part of the global group of Boehringer Ingelheim, one of the pharmaceutical industry’s top 20 companies worldwide.
• We offer an attractive salary package in line with your qualification, experience and individual competencies.

Contact: ViraTherapeutics GmbH, Dr. Monika Petersson, Bundesstraße 27, 6063 Rum, Austria, www.viratherapeutics.com
We look forward to receiving your application by email: jobs@viratherapeutics.com