Tenure track Immunologist faculty position

Department of Immunology, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.

Job description

We are seeking a tenure track Immunologist in the field of primary immunodeficiencies (PIDs)/inborn errors of immunity (IEIs). Appointment will be at the senior postdoctoral or assistant professor level and will be commensurate with experience and track record. More senior candidates are also encouraged to apply. The position is in the department of Immunology, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands (https://www.immunology.nl). 

The candidate is expected to have a scientific focus and develop a vibrant research program in human immunology and specifically the field of PIDs/IEIs. As part of building a sustainable research program, the candidate is expected to apply for external funding and submit grant applications. The candidate will work closely with medical immunologists to contribute to the development of diagnostic tests for PID/IEI and with clinical immunologists to provide diagnostic support for the diagnosis of difficult patient cases. For this, often custom-made tests need to be developed. 

The candidate will manage scientifically their own independent research group but also function in close connection with the Laboratory of Medical Immunology's (LMI's) research and innovation laboratory, where LMI work group leaders conduct research and develop novel diagnostic tests. The recruit is expected to manage within the laboratory PhD students (possibly in combination with other LMI members or Clinical Immunologists) and technicians on their day-to-day activities. 

The candidate will have teaching responsibilities and is expected to teach in the Erasmus MC Medical Bachelors and/or Masters programs. The candidate may participate in departmental or institutional committees and initiatives. 

Work environment

Erasmus MC stands for a healthy population and excellence in healthcare. The department of Immunology performs cutting edge basic and translational research, participates in patient care by performing laboratory diagnostics (Laboratory for Medical Immunology) and supporting Clinical Immunology, and performs a wide range of educational activities. Major research focuses in the department span molecular to clinical immunology and includes the development and function of innate and adaptive immunity, autoimmunity, immune deficiencies, immunity to infection and cancer, neuroimmunology, and lymphoid malignancies. The department has state-of-the-art facilities and equipment that support basic and translational research. The department is involved in multiple International Consortia and networks, which facilitate innovation and rapid implementation of new immunological concepts and technologies.

Qualifications and skills

The candidate should have a PhD in Immunology and at least 3 years postdoctoral experience. Appointment will be commensurate with experience. The candidate must have experience in the field of PIDs/IEIs. The candidate is expected to have managerial skills and prior experience at managing research teams is a plus. Excellent oral and written scientific communication are essential to the position. The candidate is expected to have excellent collaborative skills and work closely with basic scientists, medical immunologists and clinical immunologists. Teaching experience in Immunology although not necessary will be an advantage.

The candidate must be fluent in English. Knowledge of Dutch or the willingness to learn Dutch is an advantage. For more information about this position, please contact prof. dr. P. Katsikis, head of the department Immunology via email ([email protected]). No agencies please.