Professor in Immuno-Oncology - Full-time (h/f/x)

at  Hpital Universitaire de Bruxelles HUB

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a full-time Professor in Immuno-Oncology to join our prestigious Institute. This position is equivalent to the Full Professor level and is open to candidates holding an MD and Ph.D. degree. The primary objective is to establish a comprehensive research program spanning from bedside to bench to bedside, focusing on investigating the mechanisms of action of immunotherapies in cancer patients. This entails collaborating with basic immunologists, translational researchers, and clinical oncologists to develop innovative immunotherapeutic strategies.
Of utmost importance, the successful candidate will benefit from the support of the Association Jules Bordet, a caritative association dedicated to advancing scientific endeavors of Bordet research teams. This partnership will provide crucial backing for the development and execution of the research programs envisioned.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Educational background: MD & PhD Degree in biological or biomedical sciences, medicine, or pharmaceutical sciences, with a focus on immunology.
• Research experience: Minimum of 8 years of direct and relevant basic/translational research experience in cancer immunology, with a preference for expertise in B and T cell biology, immune-oncology, or related fields.
• Strong Immunology foundation: Comprehensive understanding of immunology, including the role of immune responses in human pathologies, with a strategic emphasis on developing innovative therapies.
• Leadership and track record: Demonstrated leadership capabilities and an outstanding scientific track record, with evidence of high-quality original research.
• Language proficiency: Proficiency in scientific English, with the ability to communicate in French/Dutch with patients. Teaching proficiency in French is required after a few years.
• Personal qualities: attributes such as reactivity, proactivity, curiosity, rigor and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Collaboration and Networking: proven ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external partners to drive research innovation and clinical application.

• Develop an innovative research program in immune-oncology: Establish a cutting-edge human cancer immunology research program in collaboration with internal and external clinicians at the H.U.B, focusing on discovering and developing new therapeutic strategies.
• Clinical practice and drug development: Under the responsibility of the head of medical oncology, engage in part-time oncology clinical practice and actively participate in drug development within the clinical research department, ensuring direct application of research findings.
• Led the Molecular Immunology Laboratory (MIU): Spearheaded research programs in immune-oncology focused on solid tumors, leveraging the lab’s existing functionality for direct clinical applications.
• Collaborate with the New Drug/Treatment Unit: Utilize opportunities to collaborate with the New Drug/Treatment Unit for further research endeavors and innovative treatment.
• Mentor and supervise: Mentor and supervise young researchers, master’s, doctoral, and postgraduate students. Contribute to teaching medical and science students and bring your research group if applicable.
• Secure research funding: Identify and secure funding from competitive external grant bodies, including ERC, Welbio, FNRS, European funds, and regional grants, to sustain and expand research programs.
• Enhance institutional life: Contribute to the institute’s administrative and academic functions, enhancing its overall institutional life and fostering a collaborative research environment.