Scientific researcher (27194)

15 May 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Ghent University

Research Field

Biological sciences » Other
Engineering » Other
Environmental science » Ecology
Technology » Biotechnology

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Belgium

Application Deadline

20 May 2024 - 21:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

38

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 20/05/2024 (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 limited duration 
   →  Term of assignment: 7 months 
   →  Wage scale:  WM1 to WM4 (master degree or doctoral decree) 
   →  Required diploma: Master or 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.

YOUR TASKS

 

• You design and execute experiments that use droplet-based microfluidics in order to probe bacterial interactions at a single-cell level
• You interpret experimental results within the broader context of microbial ecology
• Based on data gathered in the project ‘Microbial interactions in hydrogen-oxidizing communities’ as well as data collected during your tenure you analyse the role of hydrogen and hydrogen-oxidizing bacteria in mixed communities
• You formulate and document your findings in a scientific article.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

 

We seek a highly motivated and skilled individual who meets the following criteria:

• You hold a Master’s degree or thesis based doctorate in bioscience engineering
• You have intimate knowledge of microbial ecology
• You are proficient in the field of droplet-based microfluidics and they can apply this knowledge in the lab – i.e. operating a microfluidic station, designing and producing microfluidic chips, designing and accurately executing droplet experiments
• You have proven experience in safely handling hydrogen and conducting experiments under anaerobic conditions to grow pure cultures
• You have proven experience in conducting experiments using synthetic bacterial communities
• You are adept at integrating complex data into meaningful scientific conclusions.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

 

• We offer you a contract of definite duration for the period from 01/06/2024 - 31/12/2024.
• Your contract will start on 1/06/2024 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 systembefore 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, 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. Boon ([email protected] ). 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

Biological sciences

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Engineering

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Environmental science

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Technology

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

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/scientific-researcher-27…

Contact

City

Ghent

Website

http://www.ugent.be/en

Postal Code

9000

STATUS: EXPIRED