Group Leader position

The Institute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB, www.irb.usi.ch) is a leading center for
basic and translational research in immunology. The IRB’s thirteen research groups have
interests ranging from understanding basic mechanisms of immunity to the role of the
immune system in health and disease, as well as DNA repair and rare diseases.
As part of the IRB’s strategic development, after a successful recruitment during 2023, we
are inviting applications for a Group Leader position. We seek outstanding scientists to
complement the current research at the Institute while expanding to new research areas.
The successful candidate will be an early- or mid-career scientist who will establish
research programs employing innovative approaches to investigate biomedically relevant
questions related to immunology and/or adjacent disciplines. These may include, but are
not limited to:

• Immunology of human infectious, inflammatory, autoimmune and cancer diseases
• Aging and the immune system
• Experimental immunotherapy and vaccinology
• Virology and microbiology

Your qualifications

• MD and/or PhD with an outstanding track record of productivity
• Original and innovative research program with high potential for transformative
  discoveries and/or successful development of novel therapies
• Leadership skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively
• Capability to attract competitive funding, such as SNSF professorship, ERC grant
  or equivalent

Our offer

• Scientifically stimulating and international collaborative research environment in a
  small historical town
• New research premises with modern laboratories and core facilities with cutting-
  edge technologies
• Competitive start-up and running package
• Collaborative opportunities with the Institute of Oncology Research (IOR,
  www.ior.usi.ch) and with international partners

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• Possibility of Faculty appointment at the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI,
  www.biomed.usi.ch)

Application
We look forward to receiving your application by June 1, 2024 as a single PDF, including:
(i) curriculum vitae, (ii) list of publications, (iii) names and contact details of three
references, (iv) brief description of research accomplishments (one half page), (v)
explanation of why you have chosen your area of focus (one half page), and (vi)
description of future research focus (3 pages for initial plans, 1 page for long-term vision).
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, or any other
characteristic. Please send your application to:glsearch@irb.usi.chApplications sent to
different contacts, in other formats, or after the deadline, will not be considered. For
scientific questions related to the position, please contact the IRB director, Davide
Robbiani (Write an email).