Predoctoral researcher project MiCoS (27003)

9 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Ghent University

Research Field

Agricultural sciences » Soil science
Agricultural sciences » Other
Chemistry » Biochemistry
Engineering » Other
Technology » Biotechnology

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Belgium

Application Deadline

12 Apr 2024 - 21:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Permanent

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

   →  Apply before 12/04/2024 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time)
   →  Faculty of Sciences  
   →  Department: WE10 - Biochemie en Microbiologie
   →  Occupancy rate: 100%
   →  Number of positions: 1    
   →  Type of employment: Contract of unlimited duration with a 4 year clause 
   →  Term of assignment: 4 year 
   →  Wage scale:  WM1 to WM4 (master degree) 
   →  Required diploma: Master 

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.

YOUR TASKS

 

• At least 90% of your assignment will be spent on academic research in preparation of a doctoral dissertation.
• You perform research on microplastic pollution in agricultural soils in Belgium, The Netherlands and Luxembourg and look into the effect of plastic pollution on soil and plant health
• You study the relation between microplastic pollution and plant health by performing greenhouse experiments on two model crops. You will measure plant growth, plant-microbe interactions and plant disease resistance. This will be done in collaboration with ILVO (Research Institute of agriculture, Fisheries and Food). You will need to be able to move to the ILVO sites in Melle/Merelbeke for sampling measurements and meetings on a regular base. 
• You isolate, cultivate and study bacteria and fungi which can potentially break down plastic polymers. 
• You make use of next-generation sequencing techniques to study plastic degrading microorganisms and their functions
• You correlate microplastic data with data on soil nutrient composition and the microbial community obtained in your greenhouse trials. 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

 

• You hold a masters degree preferably in biochemistry/biotechnology or bioscience engineering.
• You have strong communication skills and have a proven track record for this (e.g. experience in citizen science projects, leading position in a project, …)
• You are interested or have experience in characterizing microorganisms
• You are interested or have experience in performing greenhouse trials
• you are a teamplayer 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

 

• We offer you a contract of indefinite duration with a maximum term of 4 years
• Your contract will start on 1/06/2024 at the earliest, but can be prolonged to a starting date at 1/09/2024 at the latest
• Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale WM1. 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, a 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 12th of April. We do not accept late applications or applications that are not submitted through the online system. Mark May 2, 2024 in your calendar as well, as this day we will organize the second round in the selection procedure. You will be notified on this by email. 

 

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, an overview of your study results,  …

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. Caroline De Tender ([email protected] , +32(0)9/2722485). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.

Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read our FAQ or contact helpdesk ([email protected] - tel. 09/264 98 98).

Requirements

Research Field

Agricultural sciences

Years of Research Experience

None

Research Field

Agricultural sciences

Years of Research Experience

None

Research Field

Chemistry

Years of Research Experience

None

Research Field

Engineering

Years of Research Experience

None

Research Field

Technology

Years of Research Experience

None

Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Ghent University

Country

Belgium

City

Ghent

Postal Code

9000

Street

Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat 33

Where to apply

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/ghent-university/2024/predoctoral-researcher-p…

Contact

City

Ghent

Website

http://www.ugent.be/en

Postal Code

9000

STATUS: EXPIRED