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Postdoctoral Scholar, Radu Laboratory, Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics University of California, Los Angeles in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Immunology
Funding
Postdoctoral salary range: $71,491/year to $85,736/year.
Deadline
Dec 31, 2026
Country
United States
University
University of California, Los Angeles
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About this position
Radu Laboratory at UCLA is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar in Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics. The project is centered on developing novel RNA-lipid nanoparticle (RNA-LNP) cancer immunotherapy platforms and studying how these approaches shape innate and adaptive antitumor immunity.
The successful candidate will join the laboratory of Professor Caius Radu in the Department of Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics and the Department of Molecular and Medical Pharmacology at the University of California, Los Angeles. The work combines mechanistic immunology with translational cancer research, with a strong emphasis on dendritic cell biology, antigen-specific CD8+ T-cell responses, and comparative studies in human and murine immune systems.
The role involves designing and running mechanistic and translational studies, characterizing immune responses, and testing therapeutic activity in preclinical tumor models. The postdoctoral scholar will also analyze experimental data, contribute to manuscripts, and participate in collaborative projects across a multidisciplinary research environment.
The Radu laboratory is affiliated with the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy and the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center. Professor Radu also leads the Cancer Molecular Imaging, Nanotechnology, and Theranostics Research Program, creating an environment that connects fundamental cancer biology, immunology, and translational therapeutics. The lab emphasizes scientific creativity, intellectual rigor, collaboration, and mentorship aimed at developing scientific independence and leadership.
Overall, this is a research-intensive postdoctoral opportunity at UCLA focused on RNA-based cancer immunotherapy, immune mechanism discovery, and preclinical translation.
Funding details
Postdoctoral salary range: $71,491/year to $85,736/year.
What's required
PhD in Immunology, Cancer Biology, or a closely related field is required. Applicants should have a strong background in cellular immunology, particularly T-cell biology, antigen presentation, or cancer immunotherapy; experience with multiparameter flow cytometry, immune cell culture, and functional immunological assays; experience with murine models of cancer or vaccination; and demonstrated scientific productivity plus strong analytical and communication skills. Preferred qualifications include experience with human primary immune cells such as dendritic cells and T cells, antigen-specific T-cell assays, cytotoxicity measurements, immune cell functional characterization, high-dimensional flow cytometry, single-cell transcriptomics or TCR repertoire analysis, and familiarity with RNA therapeutics, lipid nanoparticles, or cancer vaccines.
How to apply
Submit the application through the UCLA recruitment portal. Upload a CV, a brief statement of research interests and career goals, and the required reference check authorization release form. Provide contact information for three references.
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Professor at University of California, Los Angeles
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Research Interests
Immunology
Antigen Presentation
Medical Science
Immunotherapy
T Cell Biology
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