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Postdoctoral Positions in Bardelli Lab

2026/04 | Milan

IFOM is an internationally recognized non-profit cancer research institute supported by the Italian Association for Cancer Research (AIRC), based in Milan within a highly dynamic urban environment.

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We seek for our Institute: Postdoctoral position in Bardelli Lab

 

About the position

The internationally recognized Bardelli Laboratory at IFOM ETS, the AIRC Institute of Molecular Oncology in Milano, invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to work on a project focused on understanding the relationship between RNA decay and immunogenic

Department overview

The position is in the Bardelli Lab, under the supervision of Dr Pietro Paolo Vitiello https://www.ifom.eu/it/ricerca-cancro/ricerca-lab/ricerca-lab-bardelli.php

Profile Description

We are seeking an independent scientist with a PhD degree and excellent skills in molecular oncology and immunology. Methods will include cell culture, drug screenings, genetic perturbations, multi-omics, and animal experiments.

Your efforts will aim to identify and validate new immunotherapy approaches for immune refractory colorectal tumors.

Language skills

Proficiency in English for speaking and writing – English is the working language at the Institute.

Required skills

  • Great communication skills and strong motivation to work in a collaborative and constructive lab environment
  • Good knowledge of cancer biology and in vitro pharmacology
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience with human and mouse cell culture and common molecular biology techniques
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience with animal cancer models

Additionally desired skills

  • Advanced skills in data analysis and graphical processing
  • Familiarity with bioinformatic analyses and interpretation of genomic/transcriptomic data will be considered a plus

Educational experience

PhD degree in Molecular Medicine/Oncology, Experimental Cancer Immunology, or related fields.

What we offer

  • International work environment, Flextime, Guest house inside the campus, Discount agreements for gym, pharmacy, psychology services, and various shops around the IFOM area, Bar and canteen inside the campus & lunch benefit, Company nursery, Continuous support to candidates and their families (housing, schooling, national health system registration, work permit, etc.) through the Welcome Office, Medical service, Laptop,  CAF service – tax declaration

Type of Contract

Annual renewal fellowship (post-doc)

Location

Milan – Scalo di Porta Romana area

Contacts

Candidates should send their CV together with a cover letter describing their interest in applying for the role and explaining how they meet the set criteria, along with contact details of their referees, to pietropaolo.vitiello@ifom.eu.

Consideration of applications will begin as they are received and will continue until the position is filled.

last update: 27/04/26
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