University of Bern 
Bern, Switzerland Offer Summary
The University of Bern invites applications for a full-time PhD Student position in Cancer Immunology and Leukemia Stem Cell Biology within the Department for BioMedical Research. Starting January 1, 2027, or by arrangement, this four-year fixed-term role focuses on investigating molecular interactions between leukemia stem cells and immune cells in acute myeloid leukemia. Responsibilities include conducting flow cytometry, cell sorting, and multi-omics analyses using patient samples and mouse models to identify novel immunotherapeutic targets. Candidates require an MSc in biological sciences or related fields, with experience in cell culture and RT-qPCR. Advantages include transcriptomics and R skills. The position offers a salary according to SNF regulations, access to strong research infrastructure, and a collaborative environment in central Bern. Applicants should submit their motivation letter, CV, transcripts, and referee contacts via email.
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Project Description
PhD Student in Cancer Immunology and Leukemia Stem Cell Biology
Start Date 01.01.2027 or by arrangement
Employment Relationship 100%, fixed-term, 4 years
Institution / Workplace Tumor Immunology Department for BioMedical Research (DBMR) University of Bern and Inselspital Bern Bern
Project description
- Investigation of molecular and cellular interactions between leukemia stem cells (LSCs) and immune cells, with a particular focus on acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
- We aim to understand how these interactions influence leukemia progression, immune responses, and therapeutic resistance.
- Our research combines molecular biology, immunology, multi-omics approaches including primary patient samples, and preclinical mouse models to identify potential targets for novel immunotherapeutic strategies.
Your responsibilities
- Investigate interactions of LSCs with NK cells and B cells.
- Perform flow cytometry, cell sorting, co-culture and functional assays.
- Analyze transcriptomic and multi-omics data.
- Validate findings in vitro and in preclinical mouse models.
- Present results and contribute to publications.
For more information about our research, please see our recent publications (PMIDs: 38941612, 37643244, 30877275).
Your profile
- MSc in biological sciences, immunology, molecular biology, medicine or related field.
- Experience with cell culture, RT-qPCR and flow cytometry.
- Transcriptomics, R and mouse-model experience are advantages.
- Good English communication skills.
- Scientific curiosity, analytical thinking, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Your Benefits
- Salary according to SNF regulations, technologies, patient samples
- Strong research infrastructure and international network
- Collaborative environment and ambitious team
- Central location in the heart of Bern
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Application and Contact
Please email a motivation letter, CV, academic transcripts and contact details of two referees (preferably as one PDF) to ramin.radpour@unibe.ch
Questions about the position?
Tumorimmunology
PD Dr. Ramin Radpour ramin.radpour@unibe.ch
Questions about the application?
PD Dr. Ramin Radpour
ramin.radpour@unibe.ch
