Post-doctoral researcher (27823)

→  Apply before 15/10/2024 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time)
→  Faculty of Sciences
→  Department: WE14 - Biomedische Moleculaire Biologie
→  Occupancy rate: 100%
→  Number of positions: 1
→  Type of employment: Contract of limited duration
→  Term of assignment: 1 year
→  Wage scale: PD1 to PD4 (doctoral degree)
→  Required diploma: PhD

ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY

Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, as well as technical and social service provision on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With its 11 faculties and more than 80 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its staff and students.

The research lab headed by prof. Sophia Maschalidi focuses on phagocytosis during skin injury and repair. The current LEO-funded project aims to explore the importance of boosting phagocytosis during primary skin injury repair and at subsequent challenges.

We are looking for a motivated candidate with strong expertise in cell biology/immunology and biochemistry. Expertise in epigenetics and imaging is a plus. You will join a team currently consisting of highly motivated PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, one bio-informatician and technicians with whom you will work in close collaboration.

YOUR TASKS

• You will systematically address the diverse and dynamic transcriptome, interactome and epigenome of phagocytic and neighboring cells in the skin, at the native environment where the phagocytosis takes place.
• You will be involved in research activities in both wet and dry labs.
• You will collaborate with other internal and external groups.
• You will guide Master students in this project.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• PhD in biochemistry/biotechnology, biomedical sciences, cell biology, bio-engineering, or related disciplines
• A strong expertise in in cell biology/immunology and biochemistry.
• Expertise in epigenetics and imaging is a plus.
• Keen interest in immunology.
• Experience in working with mouse models (FELASA equivalent level required).
• You have excellent English communication skills (both oral and written).
• You are a talented and enthusiastic researcher, who is seriously motivated and has a sense for high professional standards.
• You independently and accurately plan and conduct experiments.
• You can function well in a team as you will be integrated into the international collaborative research environment.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• We offer one-year contract during which you are expected to apply for a personal fellowship.
• An enjoyable working environment in a team of highly motivated PhD students, technicians and postdoctoral researchers.
• Extensive training opportunities.
• A stimulating and supportive international research environment.
• Your contract will start on 15/10/2024 at the earliest.
• Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale WM1 to WM4 (if you hold a Master’s degree) or salary scale PD1 to PD4 (if you hold a doctorate).  Click here for more information about our salary scales.
• All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff benefits (in Dutch).

INTERESTED?

Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not submitted through the online system.

Your application must include the following documents:

• In the field ‘CV’: your CV and an overview of your study results (merged into one pdf file)
• In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format
• In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages.

• In the field “other documents”: a reference letter or contact information of two to three references.

Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.

As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Sophia Maschalidi (Sophia.Maschalidi@UGent.be). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.

Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact us via selecties@ugent.be or +32 9 264 34 36