Postdoctoral researcher – Biotechnologie

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Postdoctoral researcher – Biotechnologie

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Offer Description→ Apply before 26/01/2025 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time)
→ Faculty of Bioscience Engineering
→ Department: BW25 – Biotechnologie
→ Occupancy rate:100%
→ Number of positions: 1
→ Type of employment: Contract of unlimited duration with clause
→ Term of assignment: 2 jaar en 8 maanden
→ Wage scale: PD1 to PD4 (doctoral degree)
→ Required diploma:PhDABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITYGhent 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.YOUR TASKSThe Laboratory of Applied Biotechnology (L.A.B.) at Ghent University, Department of Biotechnology, headed by professor Yves Briers, has a 100% position available for a postdoc in the field of bacteriophage research.The L.A.B. is partner of a consortium sponsored by the European Defense Fund and focused on the development of phage therapy to treat antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections. The postdoctoral researcher will particularly work on the expansion of the phage host spectrum through phage engineering.100% of your assignment will be spent on academic research.Your practical research tasks will include conducting scientific research within the scope of the above-mentioned project, which involves:

• Designing, planning and executing phage (engineering) experiments;
• Recombinant protein production and purification;
• Molecular, microbiological and biochemical assays;
• Closely working together with international consortium partners and doctoral students within the group;
• Writing research results for publication in high-quality scientific journals;
• Presenting your research at consortium meetings and (inter)national conferences.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You hold a thesis-based doctorate (obtained max. 6 years ago. This term of 6 years is determined by the date written on the above-mentioned required diploma) relevant to the topic;
• You have demonstrated to be proficient in bacteriophage research through relevant publications in academic journals and participation at (inter)national conferences;
• You have excellent skills for wet lab work;
• You are able to work effectively in an (international) team, as well as independently plan and execute tasks;
• You have a good knowledge of phage biology;
• You have relevant expertise in molecular biology, recombinant DNA technology (including protein production and purification) and microbiology;
• You are fluent in scientific English, both orally and in writing.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• We offer you a contract of indefinite duration with a maximum term of 2 years and 8 months.
• Your contract will start on 1/03/2025 at the earliest.
• Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale PD1.
• 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, a bicycle allowance and eco vouchers.

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. Mention possible references who could be contacted.
• 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”: add a reference letter when available.

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 INFORMATIONFor more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Yves Briers ( , +32(0)9/264 24 53). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the or contact us via or +32 9 264 34 36Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Biological sciences Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Research Field Technology Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Additional InformationWebsite for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Ghent University Country Belgium City Ghent Postal Code 9000 Street Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat 33Contact CityGhent WebsitePostal Code9000STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Gand, Flandre-Orientale

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Sat, 25 Jan 2025 01:47:10 GMT

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