Samuel Nobs

IRB USI is advertising a funded PhD position in dendritic cells and lung immunity in Bellinzona, Switzerland. The post is shared by Samuel Nobs , Assistant Professor and Group Leader, and the project sits within the broader Molecular Immunology environment at the Institute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB) . The linked team page also highlights related work on microbiome-immune interactions , while the position page describes a PhD project focused on molecular mechanisms controlling immune-cell differentiation and function in health and disease, with emphasis on human T cells . The research environment includes methods such as primary cell culture , flow cytometry , CRISPR-based perturbations , functional assays, molecular biology, biochemistry, and potentially bioinformatics. Eligibility highlights: applicants should have recently completed a Master’s degree in Immunology , Molecular Biology , or a related field; be highly motivated; and be fluent in spoken and written English. Experience with CRISPR and/or bioinformatics is considered an advantage. Funding: the position is funded with SNSF-aligned salary and conditions . The institute also offers training, mentoring, scientific exchange, and a strong international research setting. PhD students are enrolled at the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) . Application: submit a single PDF by email to [email protected] including a motivation letter, CV with full course list and final grades, and two referees’ names and email addresses. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.