Post-Doctoral Position: Cancer Metabolomics

Offer Description

A 2- to 4-year position is immediately available for a postdoctoral scientist to conduct a research project in the field of cancer omics. The candidate will run metabolomics studies including LC-MS analysis using a Orbitrap Exploris 240 recently installed in the lab. He/she will also be involved in lipidomics research in collaboration with the KULeuven platform Lipometrix and transcriptomic studies (Macrogen fees-for-service). A local biostatistics team will provide analytical support.

The work will be related to different aspects of the tumor metabolism including how metabolic preferences are dictated by the tumor microenvironment, impact on anti-cancer immune cell response or are regulated by fluctuating access to nutrients throughout the day. More details will be given during the interview procedure. 

Where to apply

E-mail olivier.feron@uclouvain.be

Requirements

Research Field Medical sciences » Cancer research

Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who have prior experience with mass spectrometry (MS), particularly in the context of metabolomics research. 

Specific Requirements

Good communication skills (english) and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team will also be very much appreciated. The ability to contribute to a positive and productive research atmosphere will be highly valued.

Languages ENGLISH

Level Good

Research Field Medical sciences » Cancer research

Additional Information

Selection process

Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a very brief statement of research interests and the names of two references to Prof. Olivier FERON (olivier.feron@uclouvain.be).
Pre-selected candidates (only) will be invited for a remote interview within 72 hours of receiving their application. Short-listed candidates will then be invited for an on-site interview.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1

Company/Institute UCLouvain

Country Belgium

City Brussels

Postal Code 1200

Street 57B Avenue Hippocrate B1.57.04

Contact

City Brussels

Street Avenue Hippocrate 57 box B1.57.04

Postal Code 1200

E-Mail olivier.feron@uclouvain.be