Associate Professor in Molecular Therapy Development - ECPM/Human Genetics

Amsterdam UMC, Netherlands

Updated: about 2 months ago
Deadline: 25 Mar 2024

12 Mar 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Amsterdam UMC
Research Field

Physics
Researcher Profile

Leading Researcher (R4)
Established Researcher (R3)
Country

Netherlands
Application Deadline

25 Mar 2024 - 22:59 (UTC)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Not Applicable
Hours Per Week

36.0
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
  • Lead and manage a new junior research team within the Department of Human Genetics in close collaboration with the laboratory of Genetic Metabolic Diseases.
  • Conduct cutting-edge research in molecular therapy, focusing on technologies such as AAV, RNA therapeutics, and CRISPR/Cas.
  • Develop and implement strategies to secure external funding.
  • Produce high-impact research publications.
  • Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and supervision.
  • Play a pivotal role in the development of ECPM and mentor junior researchers.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across different departments.

Requirements
Specific Requirements

We are seeking a self-motivated and ambitious Associate Professor specializing in molecular therapy development for inherited metabolic diseases affecting the central nervous system. This role is crucial for advancing our understanding and treatment of rare neuro-metabolic diseases, and is part of our strategic initiative at ECPM.

Candidate is expected to participate and collaborate actively in the recently formed Emma Centre for Personalized Medicine, and support multidisciplinary education, activities and projects that will lead to accelaration of personalized therapies.

  • A PhD in medicine, medical biology or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in attracting external funding.
  • A history of publications with many citations in relevant fields.
  • Experience in teaching at BSc/MSc level.
  • Expertise in AAV, RNA therapeutics, CRISPR/Cas technology or related areas.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Good command of English; proficiency in Dutch is an advantage.

Additional Information
Benefits
  • A contract for one year with possibility for a permanent position.
  • Placement in salary scale 12 -14: € 5.459 to € 8.309 gross for a full-time position (depending on education and experience).
  • In addition to a good basic salary, we offer 8.3% end-of-year bonus and 8% holiday allowance. Do you want to know what you will earn? Then calculate your net salary here (subject to change).
  • Your pension is accrued with the ABP; VUmc contributes a large part of the premium (70%).
  • In addition to excellent accessibility by public transport, we reimburse 75% of your OV travel costs (commuting costs) and also we offer a bicycle arrangement.
  • Free and unlimited access to our online learning environment GoodHabitz.
  • An active staff association and the Young Amsterdam UMC association, both of which organise fun (sports) activities and events.

Additional comments

During the publication period, applications will be handled continuously. If the vacancy is filled, it will be closed prematurely.

If you have any questions about this position, please feel free contact Sandra van 't Padje via [email protected] .

For more information about the application procedure, please contact Tanja Hart, Recruitment advisor, via [email protected] or via 06-21603178..

A reference check, screening and hiring test may be part of the procedure. Read here whether that applies to you. If you join us, we ask you for a VOG (Certificate of Good Conduct).

Internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates in case of equal suitability.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.


Website for additional job details

https://www.academictransfer.com/338187/

Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Amsterdam UMC
Country
Netherlands
City
Amsterdam
Postal Code
1105AZ
Street
Meibergdreef 9
Geofield


Where to apply
Website

https://www.academictransfer.com/en/338187/associate-professor-in-molecular-the…

Contact
City

Amsterdam Zuidoost
Website

https://www.amsterdamumc.org/
Street

Meibergdreef 9
Postal Code

1105 AZ

STATUS: EXPIRED

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