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)
Job Overview: The successful applicant will pursue their own research projects in the field of haematological malignancy and pre-malignancy under Professor Vassiliou’s supervision. Professor Vassiliou’s CCRI-based team (International Team Haematology) will 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 meeting 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 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 6 years in total (4 + 2 years after successful evaluation) with the possibility of further extension.
Location: Nicosia, Cyprus
Remuneration: The annual gross salary is €28,000
Closing Day: 09th July 2021
Application Procedure: All applicants should:
1. Submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV).
2. Submit a Cover letter where they will state the date when he/she may be able to assume duties in the event of selection.
3. 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: CCRI_21_JP-2102 with email Subject: “Application [full name] for the position code CCRI_21_JP-2102”
Applicants will receive a confirmation email after their application submission with a unique reference number.
Contact Information:
Cyprus Cancer Research Institute (C.C.R.I.)
1 University Avenue, 2109 Aglantzia, Nicosia, Cyprus
Email.:
Tel.: +357 22 894376
Informal enquiries about the research project are welcomed and should be addressed to Professor George Vassiliou ().
The text of this Call for Applications can be found on the below pdf file.