A postdoctoral position (3-month initial period, extendable to 3 years) funded by Worldwide Cancer Research is available in Dr. Edurne Rujas and Dr. José Luis Nieva’s group at Instituto Biofisika (UPV/EHU, CSIC). This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of protein engineering, oncology, and drug delivery systems.
The current project is dedicated to advancing innovative approaches to overcome resistance mechanisms in cancer therapeutics. Specifically, it centers on developing “Backpacked-antibodies”, a novel platform combining antibodies with lipid nanodiscs for enhanced precision in drug delivery. This project aims to engineer next-generation biologics that integrate chemotherapy with immune-checkpoint blockade for superior antitumor efficacy.