Postdoctoral Fellowship in Local Cell Depots for Advanced Combination Therapies

h3Postdoctoral Fellowship in Local Cell Depots for Advanced Combination Therapies /h3 /brpCommitment contract: Initial 2-year term, renewable for an additional 2 years based on merit /p /brpLocation: Genova, Italy /p /brpbStep into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future /b /p /brpAt IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds. /p /brpWe are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential. /p /brh3THE ROLE /h3 /brpYou will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where junior and senior scientists collaborate, each with their expertise, to carry out a scientific activity with a shared research goal. /p /brpThe successful candidate will work primarily in the Nanotechnology for Precision Medicine research unit under the supervision of Prof. Paolo Decuzzi. /p /brpThis position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of multiple disciplines, including cell engineering, biomaterials, drug delivery, immunotherapy and nanotechnology. The fellow will be involved in the design, fabrication, and preclinical validation of biodegradable implantable/injectable depots for the sustained local delivery of advanced therapeutic combinations, including immunomodulatory agents, biologics, small molecules, and engineered cells. /p /brpA major focus of the project will be the development of local cell depots capable of supporting cell viability, retention, function, and controlled therapeutic activity within diseased tissues. These platforms will be applied primarily to oncology and inflammatory diseases. /p /brh3ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS /h3 /brulliA PhD in Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Biomaterials, Bioengineering, or a related discipline; /liliDemonstrated experience in the design and realization of local cell depots, cellladen biomaterials, implantable/injectable cell delivery systems, or tissue-engineered constructs; /liliExperience with mammalian cell culture, immune cell isolation and culture, and engineered cell systems; /liliAbility to design and conduct in vitro and in vivo experiments; /liliStrong verbal and written communication skills; /liliAbility to properly organize, present, and report research data in fluent English. /li /ul /brh3ADDITIONAL SKILLS /h3 /brulliExpertise in immunology and flow cytometry; /liliExperience with small animal handling; /liliStrong motivation to learn new techniques and methodologies; /liliAbility to work independently in a diverse and collaborative environment. /li /ul /brh3COMPENSATION PACKAGE /h3 /brulliPrivate health care coverage depending on your role and contract /liliCandidates from abroad or Italian citizens who have carried scientific research activity permanently abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income of up to 90% from 6 to 13 years. /li /ul /brpApplication’s deadline: November 6th, 2026 /p #J-18808-Ljbffr