Offerte di lavoro

Prima di applicare ad una offerta di lavoro presso l’IRB, si consiglia di leggere:

Having an outstanding CV is a very good start but is not sufficient to be short listed for an interview, and is definitely not enough per se to get the position your are applying for. Your motivation and career plan are crucial and will be of high impact on the success of your application.

In your motivation letter, which has to be written in English, you need to clearly demonstrate why you want to join the IRB and this group of research in particular. Your application should also contain the e-mail addresses of at least two referees.

If you intend to join the IRB, you should wonder not only what the Institute will bring to you but also what You will bring to the Institute. We ask you not only to be self-critical but also to be scientifically critical with your future team. The Institute is looking for good Scientists not for tasks executors.

Working efficiently is more expected than working hard, even if one does not exclude the other and vice versa.

If finally you have the chance to be short listed for an interview, please prepare it. Look all over our website to know the environment surrounding the research group you are applying to, read their last publications, current projects and research networks; study the core facilities available at the Institute. Even if in the job advertisement you have only a few sentences describing your future project, start to think about it, how you would approach it.

In short, applying at the IRB should not be one of the X applications you are writing and sending. Instead, it should be thoroughly prepared.

Per le applicazioni al Programma di Dottorato non ci sono particolari scadenze: contattare direttamente il Direttore del laboratorio a cui si è interessati mandando il CV e spiegando chiaramente le motivazioni per svolgere un dottorato e il perché della scelta di una linea di ricerca, tutto in inglese.

RISPETTO

L’IRB mira a creare un ambiente vivace, collaborativo e inclusivo, dove le persone si dedicano in modo sicuro e libero alle discussioni scientifiche e alle scoperte. Per raggiungere questo obiettivo, le interazioni tra tutti i membri della comunità dell’IRB dovrebbero essere sempre basate sul rispetto reciproco. L’IRB non tollererà alcun comportamento inappropriato che offenda l’integrità personale, la dignità personale e che ostacoli le pari opportunità. Molestie, bullismo, discriminazioni, atteggiamenti minacciosi e violenza sono tutti comportamenti inaccettabili a tutti i livelli di occupazione e chi commette tali atti ne affronterà le conseguenze, indipendentemente dallo status o dalla posizione. Anche le ritorsioni contro le persone che agiscono in buona fede non saranno tollerate.

Se si dovesse subire un qualsiasi comportamento inappropriato, si prega di segnalarlo. Per ulteriori informazioni, consultate il vostro supervisore o le Risorse Umane. L’IRB è a vostra disposizione e vi sosterrà.

Open positions

There are currently no job vacancies. Please check the website at a later date for any future vacancies.

04.03.2021 - Postdoctoral Position (Dr. Silvia Monticelli)

posted on 04.03.2021

A postdoctoral and/ or a PhD student position are available in the group of Dr. Silvia Monticelli at the Institute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB) in Bellinzona, Switzerland (www.irb.usi.ch/molecular-immunology), to join projects aimed at understanding mechanisms of regulation of gene expression in immune-mediated processes.

Description

The research topic concerns the study of transcriptional and post-transcriptional regulation of gene expression in cells of the immune system. The general goal is to extend our knowledge of the mechanisms that regulate immune cell differentiation and functions and to disclose networks of interaction between transcription factors, RNA-binding proteins, microRNAs and their targets. This project offers the opportunity to learn a wide range of techniques in cellular immunology and molecular biology, as well as to develop independent thinking. Access to state-of-the-art research facilities is also provided. The environment at IRB favors the exchange of knowledge and ideas through journal clubs, seminars and talks. Salaries are in line with the recommendations of the Swiss National Science Foundation, and the starting date is negotiable.

Selected lab publications

Džafo E et al Immunological Reviews 2021 (Review)
Emming S et al Nature Immunology 2020

Requirements

The successful candidate has recently obtained a PhD or Master degree in a field related to immunology and is fluent in spoken and written English. Previous experience in working with immune cells or a solid background in experimental molecular biology are preferable, but not mandatory. Applicants should be highly motivated and ambitious, reliable, flexible and ready to develop independent thinking and learn new skills.

Applications

Applications will be evaluated as they are received and until the position is filled. Please send a single pdf file by email to silvia.monticelli@irb.usi.ch, including the following:

a motivation letter including a statement of research interests
CV including degree(s) with grades of final examinations and a publication list (if applicable)
Names of at least two referees.

Attachments

Postdoctoral or PhD student Position – Dr. Silvia Monticelli (Jan2021)

12.01.2021 - Post-doctoral position in drug discovery for chemokine driven inflammatory conditions (Dr. Mariagrazia Uguccioni)

A Post-doctoral Position, funded by the Innosuisse Programme, is available for two years in the Chemokines in Immunity Research group headed by Dr. Mariagrazia Uguccioni.

Description

The project aims at developing novel compounds targeting ANCA (Anti Neutrophils Cytoplasmatic Antibodies)-associated vasculitis (AAV), and will involve in vitro analysis to study the responses of different types of human cells to compounds able to modulate inflammatory conditions.

Requirements

Previous experience of in vitro analysis of human cells and knowledge of chemokine biology is desirable.

Applications

Interested candidates should send:

i) curriculum vitae with publication list,

ii) motivation letter,

iii) name and e-mail address of two referees.

in a single pdf document to Dr. Mariagrazia Uguccioni by email: mariagrazia.uguccioni@irb.usi.ch

Closing date: 15th February 2021

Attachment

Post-doctoral position (Dr. Mariagrazia Uguccioni)

26.06.2020 - PhD Student / Postdoc opportunities: Immunology of Emerging Diseases (Prof. Davide Robbiani)

posted on 26.06.2020

Looking for highly motivated PhD Students and Postdoctoral candidates for studies of the immune response and immune memory to human pathogens. A successful candidate will be comfortable working in a dynamic environment with a multi-disciplinary research team and international collaborators, and at effectively communicating results. This role involves the development of cutting-edge technologies and exposure to medically relevant research. Experience in immunological and virological assays, molecular biology, next-generation sequencing and computer programming is a plus but not required. Positions available starting as early as in August of 2020. Please send CV with name of 2 references.

Contact: Davide F. Robbiani, MD, PhD, drobbiani@rockefeller.edu

Attachments

phdstudent_postdocs_ied_robbiani_june2020.pdf

26.06.2020 - PhD Student / Postdoc opportunities: Genomic Damage in Lymphoma (Prof. Davide Robbiani)

posted on 26.06.2020

Positions are available for PhD Student and Postdoctoral level candidates for studies of DNA damage in B lymphocyte cancers (lymphomas). The successful candidate will be part of a small team working at the interface of immunology and cancer. The role involves development of novel techniques and mouse lymphoma models. Experience in molecular biology required, familiarity with next-generation sequencing and computer programming desired but nor required. See Robbiani et al, Cell 2015, Rommel et al, J Exp Med 2017 and Wang et al, J Exp Med 2017. Positions available starting as early as in January of 2021. Please send CV with name of 2 references.

Contact: Davide F. Robbiani, MD, PhD, drobbiani@rockefeller.edu

Attachments

phdstudent_postdocs_gdl_robbiani_june2020.pdf

02.10.2020 - Grant Officer Position at the Institute for Research in Biomedicine and Institute of Oncology Research

posted on 02.10.2020

The Institute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB, www.irb.usi.ch) and the Institute of Oncology Research (IOR, www.ior.usi.ch), are seeking a Grant Officer to help support their research activities. The candidate is an individual with broad scientific interests and a background in either cancer biology, immunology, cell biology, microbiology or computational sciences. She/he will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a dynamic team. Other requirements include:

PhD degree in life sciences with at least 3 years (desirable) of research experience (expertise in cancer biology desirable).
An energetic and proactive approach and the ability to work both independently and in team with the Head of the grant’s office.
A flexible approach to work with good organization and time management skills, and the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong English writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Strong report writing skills and proficiency in at least one Swiss national language in addition to English.
Excellent computing skills (word processing and PC based spreadsheets).
Previous experience with grants writing, grants management, and awareness of grants compliance requirements (desirable).
Willingness to travel, occasionally, within or outside Switzerland.

Tasks and responsibilities include:

As active member of the IRB and IOR teams, work with the principal investigators at the institutes to develop and implement annual grant application plans.
Support at all steps: identification of funding sources, preparation and submission of grant applications, grants management and reporting, grants closures.
Implement grants compliance requirements (including reports and audits); work closely with the IRB and IOR administrative offices to ensure that all financial reports are submitted on time and with prescribed formats.
Actively search for funding opportunities, assume key grant contact role if required, maintain and coordinate the communication with funding agencies.
Assist principal investigators with preparation and editing of proposals (responsible for final review and submission of completed proposals).
Maintain the grants management system, ensure proper implementation of procedures and regulations, as well as documenting and archiving, and regular updating of all related documents and policies (e.g. CVs of investigators and authorizations); maintain and update the Grant File.

IRB and IOR are non-profit research institutes located in Bellinzona, Switzerland, and affiliated with the Università della Svizzera italiana. Both Institutes are currently supported by grants from the European Union, the Swiss National Science Foundation, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the National Institutes of Health, and other agencies and foundations (overall about 8 million CHF/year for IRB and 6.5 million CHF/year for IOR).

The full-time position will be 50% at IRB and 50% at IOR. Remote working may be possible for a portion of the time. Exciting work environment and a competitive salary are offered for this position of strategic importance to the growth of the institutes.

Application deadline: November 1, 2020.

Earliest start: January 1, 2021.

Send CV with letter of motivation along with copies of educational and work certificates by e-mail (applications.jobs@irb.usi.ch) to the attention of Dr. Davide Robbiani (Director of IRB) and Dr. Carlo Catapano (Director of IOR).

Attachments

Grant Officer Position IRB and IOR