Postdoc position in Xiaoyun Dai Lab, School of Life Sciences

Introduction of the Lab/ Research Field

My laboratory is dedicated to advancing the field of cellular immunotherapy by developing a next-generation suite of tools for cellular and genetic manipulation of immune cells. We combine these cutting-edge techniques with high-throughput screening, synthetic biology tools, and interdisciplinary approaches to comprehensively understand the molecular networks of immune cells. We aim to develop novel approaches for understanding and modulating immune cell behavior, with the potential to translate these insights toward the development of enhanced cellular therapies for cancer patients.

The research interests of my lab include (but are not limited to):

1. Developing novel transgene delivery systems for primary immune cells that overcome the key challenges of cell toxicity, immunogenicity, and DNA damage, thereby improving the safety, precision, and efficiency of gene editing;

2. Integrating high-throughput screening with systems biology approaches to discover new strategies and targets for enhancing immune cell therapies;

3. Utilizing multi-omics and interdisciplinary methods to interrogate inter- and intra-individual heterogeneity of tumor-infiltrating immune cells and reveal predictive factors of cell therapy efficacy, ultimately informing the design of next-generation cell therapies.

We are seeking talented people to join our dynamic research team. If you meet the requirements and are passionate about advancing scientific research, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Lab website: https://en.westlake.edu.cn/faculty/xiaoyun-dai.html

Job Description

Position: Postdoctoral Fellow (1)

Position Responsibilities:

(1) Conduct independent and collaborative research.

(2) Analyze and interpret research data, and develop novel research questions.

(3) Present research findings at scientific conferences and seminars.

(4) Mentor and supervise graduate students.

Requirements:

(1) Having obtained or about to obtain a Ph.D. degree, aged under 35.

(2) Strong background in immunology, gene editing, bioinformatics, synthetic biology or tumor biology.

(3) Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research and publish in peer-reviewed journals.

(4) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

(5) Strong work ethic and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Compensation and Benefits

1. The research team offers a competitive and negotiable compensation package commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Applications for relevant projects and programs will be encouraged and supported.

2. The university assists with enrolling children in child care and school.

3. The university boasts comprehensive postdoctoral training, with programs including the Westlake University Outstanding Postdoctoral Fellows and Westlake Postdoctoral Fellowship for Women.

Funding

1. Postdocs receive a living allowance and research funding from the Hangzhou municipal government.

2. Recipients of funding from the China Postdoctoral Science?Foundation or the Zhejiang Province Selected Funding for Postdoctoral Research Projects are entitled to supplementary funding of the same amount from the Hangzhou municipal government.

3. Postdocs who work full-time in Hangzhou after completing their postdoctoral research qualify for an allowance of 400,000 RMB from the Hangzhou municipal government.

4. Eligible new university graduates holding a doctoral degree or equivalent who work full time in Hangzhou (including those who studied abroad and returned to China within 5 years of graduation as well as foreign talent) can apply to the Hangzhou municipal government for a living allowance of 100,000 RMB.

5. Postdocs recognized as high-level talent in Hangzhou enjoy corresponding preferential policies.

How to Apply

To apply, please send the following documents in English in PDF format and indicate “Postdoc Application” in the email subject.

(1)?CV.

(2)?Cover letter.

(3)?Contact information for two references?(include one from PhD supervisor).

(4)?Doctoral Degree Certificate.