Hiring for a Fully funded Postdoc Position in Cancer Immunotherapy
We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral fellow to join a dynamic, interdisciplinary, and internationally collaborative team developing next-generation immunotherapies for various solid tumors as well as leukemias. This position is part of a globally coordinated project involving the labs of Dr. Ashish Goyal (TCG CREST, India), Dr. Angelika Riemer (DKFZ, Germany), Dr. Chandan Guha (Albert Einstein College of Medicine, USA), and Dr. Vivek Mittal (Weill Cornell Medical, USA).
The project focuses on leveraging endogenous retrovirus (ERV)- derived antigens and cutting-edge mRNA vaccine technologies to boost the efficacy of immune checkpoint inhibitors in resistant tumors.
For more information please visit:
https://www.tcgcrest.org/people/ashish-goyal/
Key Responsibilities:
• Design and execute in vivo mouse model studies
• Perform RNA-seq and immunopeptidomics analyses
• Conduct in vitro and in vivo immunogenicity assays
• Collaborate with international teams at DKFZ (Germany), Albert Einstein College of Medicine (USA), and Weill Cornell Medical (USA)
• Writing manuscripts and grant applications
• Training PhDs, Masters, and Bachelors students
Qualifications:
• PhD in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Cancer Biology, or related fields
• Strong experience in syngeneic mouse models of cancer, flow cytometry, and -omics analyses
• Prior work experience in immunotherapy or vaccine development is a plus
Why Join Us?
• Access to cutting-edge infrastructure
• Collaborative international environment
• Opportunity to work on translational cancer research with real-world impact
About CARE:
TCG Centres for Research and Education in Science and Technology (TCG CREST), established by The Chatterjee Group, aspires to global excellence in cutting-edge research and education. Recognised as a Deemed-to-be University under the ‘Distinct Category’ by the Ministry of Education and the University Grants
Commission (UGC), Government of India, TCG CREST houses a dedicated cancer related advanced research and education (CARE) institute focused on translational research and education. Targeting both global and India-specific cancer challenges, our multidisciplinary team of leading researchers, clinicians, and educators explores cancer etiology, personalized treatments, and innovative therapies. We are committed to advancing scientific discovery and transforming patient care through collaborative high-impact research.
To apply, please send the following documents to ashish.goyal@tcgcrest.org
• A detailed CV
• A cover letter, including a one-page proposal outlining how you would leverage ERV-derived antigens for
cancer immunotherapy
• Contact details of at least two referees
*Please note that the deadline for submission of applications is 28th February, 2026