Postdoctoral researcher digital PCR - Morfologie, Beeldvorming, Orthopedie, Revalidatie en Voeding (26404)

Organisation/Company

Ghent University

Research Field

Medical sciences » Other
Medical sciences » Veterinary medicine

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Belgium

Application Deadline

27 Sep 2023 - 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

   →   Apply before 27/09/2023 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time)
   →   Faculty of Veterinary Medicine  
   →  Department: DI11 - Morfologie, Beeldvorming, Orthopedie, Revalidatie en Voeding
   →  Occupancy rate:50%
   →  Number of positions: 1    
   →  Type of employment: Contract of limited duration 
   →  Term of assignment: 8 maand - 8 months 
   →  Wage scale:  PD1 to PD4 (doctoral degree) 
   →  Required diploma: PhD 

ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY

Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 8,000 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

In the framework of a VLAIO funded research project you will develop an automated clustering method for analyzing digital PCR experiments. For this purpose, you are expected to develop a data analysis pipeline on the basis of existing datasets and new datasets which you will be generating on the digital PCR systems available at the research group.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You hold a thesis-based doctorate in the field of biological sciences, biomedical sciences, Medical health sciences, Veterinary sciences or similar
• You have experience in the establishment of data analysis pipelines
• You have experience with (digitale)PCR and flow cytometry

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

We offer you a part-time contract (50%) of definite duration for the period from 1 October 2023 to 31 May 2024.
 Your contract will start on 1/10/2023 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 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.
• In the field “other documents”: a reference letter from your previous or current employer

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. Ward De Spiegelaere (ward.despiegelaere@UGent.be , +32(0)9/264 77 38). 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 (dpo@ugent.be - tel. 09/264 98 98)

Research Field

Medical sciences

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Medical sciences

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Ghent University

Country

Belgium

City

Ghent

Postal Code

9000

Street

Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat 33

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/ghent-university/2023/postdoctoral-researcher-…

City

Ghent

Website

http://www.ugent.be/en

Postal Code

9000