Postdoctoral Fellow in Tumor Immunology, 3D Ex Vivo Models, and Immuno-Oncology Therapies AstraZeneca in United States

AstraZeneca is offering a Postdoctoral Fellow position focused on developing next-generation multi-organ 3D ex vivo models to investigate the tumor microenvironment and peripheral immunity in the context of immuno-oncology therapies. The research will leverage advanced techniques such as spatial omics, single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq), CODEX, organ-on-chip systems, and high-dimensional imaging to map the cross-talk between tumors and the immune system. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a strong background in immunology, tumor biology, human tissue models, or advanced imaging/omics, and who are interested in translational drug discovery. The academic mentor for this position is John Hickey, Assistant Professor at Duke University. The fellowship is based at AstraZeneca in Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States. Candidates are expected to hold a PhD in a relevant field and demonstrate expertise in the listed research areas. The position offers a competitive postdoctoral salary and benefits, though specific funding details are not disclosed in the announcement. Interested applicants should apply through the AstraZeneca application portal. This role provides an excellent environment for interdisciplinary research at the interface of biomedical engineering, immunology, and translational medicine.