Postdoctoral Researcher – Diagnostische Wetenschappen

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Postdoctoral Researcher – Diagnostische Wetenschappen

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Offer Description→ Apply before 12/08/2024 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time)
→ Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
→ Department: GE32 – Diagnostische Wetenschappen
→ Occupancy rate:100%
→ Number of positions: 1
→ Type of employment: Contract of limited duration
→ Term of assignment: 1 jaar
→ 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 Bacteriology Research (Department of Diagnostic Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences) conducts research into the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of vaginal infections. We are looking to strengthen our team. Your role consists of:
– Research on the role of biofilms in bacterial vaginosis
– Research on alternative treatments for vaginitis using in vitro assaysWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR– You hold a doctorate (Medicine, Pharmaceutical sciences, Biomedical sciences, Life sciences).
– You have experience with biofilm research, more specifically with fluorescence in-situ hybridization
– You have experience with general microbiological techniques
– Experience with microbiome analysis is a plus
– You have experience supervising studentsWHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU– We offer you a contract of definite duration for the period from 1 September 2024 to 31 of August 2025.
– Your contract will start on 1/09/2024 at the earliest.
– Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale PD1 to PD4. 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.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. Piet Cools ( ). 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 Medical sciences Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Research Field Pharmacological sciences 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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Thu, 08 Aug 2024 01:27:26 GMT

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