One Postdoctoral Fellow position available in the Virus and Cancer Unit headed by Susanna Chiocca at the Department of Experimental Oncology, IEO, Milan.
Starting date: immediately
Length: 12 months
The Group
Our Group investigates the molecular mechanisms underlying host–virus interactions, using both in vitro and in vivo models. This research is also integrated within the European Institute of Oncology’s (IEO) Head and Neck Cancer Program and includes multidisciplinary studies aimed at understanding the molecular determinants of head and neck cancer and their potential clinical relevance.
Within this framework, the group contributes to the OPTIMIZE project, which aims to identify multiomics signatures that may support the personalization of induction and neoadjuvant treatments and improve laryngeal preservation strategies.
The candidate
We are looking for an exceptional and enthusiastic young postdoctoral researcher to contribute to and further develop the multidisciplinary OPTIMIZE project: “Multiomics signature to customize induction or neoadjuvant treatments for optimizing laryngeal preservation strategies.”
The project combines multidisciplinary approaches to investigate molecular signatures that may help optimize treatment selection and laryngeal preservation strategies in head and neck cancer. More information about the OPTIMIZE project is available here.
The ideal candidate should have a background in cellular and molecular biology and a recently obtained a PhD degree in life sciences/biological sciences or related disciplines.
Experience in bioinformatics is a plus.
The institute
The European Institute of Oncology is one of Europe’s most influential cancer research institutes. The IEO operates as a Comprehensive Cancer Center, linking fundamental and applied research to clinical activities, patient care and clinical trials.
The Department of Experimental Oncology, currently composed of ~250 scientists working in 25 independent research groups and units, bases its excellence on a motivated and creative scientific team that is supported by high-end and innovative technologies and a flexible and efficient administration.
The institute is situated in Milan, which offers an outstanding scientific and cultural environment as well as entertainment and sports activities.
At IEO, there will be the opportunity to work in an innovative research environment and closely collaborate with other research groups.
IEO is part of the EU-LIFE alliance of European top research centers in life sciences (EU-LIFE) and is partner of LIBRA.
Processing of personal Data
The personal data, which must be provided, will be processed in accordance with Legislative Decree No. 101 of 10 August 2018, adapting the Italian Personal Data Protection Code (Legislative Decree No. 196 of 30 June 2003) to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation – GDPR), exclusively for the purposes related to this selection procedure and any subsequent activities connected with the possible establishment of an employment relationship, as further described in the Privacy Notice, which each candidate is required to accept when submitting their application.
Equal Opportunities
This notice is issued in compliance with equal opportunities between men and women for access to employment (L. 903/77) and economic treatment, pursuant to Legislative Decree no. 198/2006.
Inquiries: susanna.chiocca_at_ieo.it
Posted on 18th September 2026