WE ARE HIRING
POSTDOCTORAL SCIENTISTS
Haematology/Leukaemia Research
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and accomplished postdoctoral scientist to join the group of Professor George Vassiliou at the Cyprus Cancer Research Institute (CCRI). The role will interact with Professor Vassiliou’s team at the University of Cambridge, UK.
Reports To:
The post holder will report to Professor George Vassiliou (Group Leader) and the Deputy Group Leader Dr Ioannis Dimitriou.
Job Overview
The successful applicant will investigate the molecular pathogenesis of acute myeloid leukaemia and related blood cancers with the aim of identifying novel vulnerabilities and treatments for these diseases.
George Vassiliou is Professor of Haematological Medicine at the University of Cambridge, Cancer Research UK Senior Fellow and Consultant Haematologist at Cambridge University Hospitals. His UK-based group, at the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute (https://www.stemcells.cam.ac.uk/people/pi/vassiliou ), is working at the forefront of research into the preclinical evolution, molecular pathogenesis and genetic vulnerabilities of acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) and related cancers. Their research is strongly translational and aims to develop novel therapies and early detection strategies for myeloid cancers. They seek to understand the cell-autonomous and cell-non-autonomous processes involved in transformation of normal to leukaemic haemopoietic stem cells and to identify genetic vulnerabilities of myeloid malignancies that can be exploited as targets of novel anti-leukaemic therapies.
Professor Vassiliou’s CCRI-based team (International Team Haematology) interact closely, hold joint science meetings, and have reciprocal research placements with the Cambridge team, as required by individual research projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, perform, drive and publish high quality research in the early detection, pathogenesis and treatment of pre-leukaemia and leukaemia.
- Write scientific manuscripts and grant proposals.
- Participate in the laboratory’s day-to-day activities, protocols, and procedures.
- Keep appropriate experimental records and documentation.
- Hold regular meetings with the Group Leader to analyse & interpret results.
- Develop, import, adapt and implement new research techniques and protocols.
- Operate and maintain equipment and instruments.
- Dissemination of research results in regular group meetings, scientific conferences, and journal publications.
- Day-to-day supervision of Research Assistants, trainees, PhD students and visitors where required.
- Work closely with other CCRI scientists to conduct collaborative research, share ideas and come up with solutions to scientific problems.
Qualifications:
- PhD in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Cancer Research, Computational Biology or a related field.
Desirable specialist knowledge and skills:
- Postdoctoral experience in a relevant field would be an asset.
- Expertise in haematology, cancer research, epigenetics or genetic screening will be an asset.
- Good understanding of the biology of normal and malignant haematopoietic stem cells.
- Experience in grant and manuscript writing.
Personal attributes:
- Enthusiasm, honesty, integrity, dedication and hard-working ethos.
- Ability to think critically, work independently and communicate ideas.
- Ability to work in a team and value others.
Fluency in English is essential. Fluency in Greek will be an advantage.
Employment Type:
Fixed term contract for a period of 2 years with the possibility of renewal for a further 2 years.
Location: Nicosia, Cyprus
Remuneration: The annual gross salary is € 32,000
Closing Date: 16th December 2024
Application Procedure:
All applicants should:
- Submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Submit a Cover letter.
- Shortlisted candidates may be asked to submit contact details for the provision of References.
All applications should be submitted via email at mentioning the job position code: CCRI24JP2414 in the subject line of the email: “Application for the position code CCRI24JP2414”.
Contact Information:
Cyprus Cancer Research Institute (C.C.R.I.)
CCRI “Nicola David – Pinedo Building”
1 University Avenue, 2109 Aglantzia, Nicosia, Cyprus
Tel.: +357 22 033000
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the high volume of applications received.