Doctoral scholarship holder in vivo MR Imaging of animal models for neurodegeneration, neuroplasticity and neuromodulation

26 Jan 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

University of Antwerp

Research Field

Psychological sciences » Behavioural sciences
Chemistry » Biochemistry
Engineering » Biomedical engineering
Engineering » Other
Medical sciences » Other
Neurosciences » Other
Physics » Other
Psychological sciences » Psychology

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Belgium

Application Deadline

1 Apr 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

Let’s shape the future – University of Antwerp

The University of Antwerp  is a dynamic, forward-thinking, European university. We offer an innovative academic education to more than 20 000 students, conduct pioneering scientific research and play an important service-providing role in society. We are one of the largest, most international and most innovative employers in the region. With more than 6000 employees from 100 different countries, we are helping to build tomorrow's world every day. Through top scientific research, we push back boundaries and set a course for the future – a future that you can help to shape. 

The Department of Biomedical Sciences in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical, Biomedical and Veterinary Sciences  is looking for a full-time (100%)

Doctoral scholarship holder in the field of in vivo MR Imaging of animal models for neurodegeneration, neuroplasticity and neuromodulation

Position

• You will work actively on the preparation and defence of a PhD thesis in the field of biomedical sciences / neurosciences / imaging, development and/or application of state of the art Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) acquisition/analyses to study neurodegeneration, neuroplasticity and/or neuromodulation in appropriate animal models.
• You will publish scientific articles related to the research project.
• You will carry out a limited number of teaching and research support tasks for the Bio-Imaging Lab of the Departement Biomedical Sciences.

Profile

• You hold a Master degree in Biomedical Sciences, (Cognitive) Neurosciences, Biochemistry, Biology, Bio(medical) Engineering, Physics, Medical Physics, or related disciplines or you will have obtained it by the time you start work.
• You can demonstrate excellent study results.
• Your teaching competences are in line with the University of Antwerp’s educational vision .
• Your research qualities are in line with the faculty and university research policies .
• You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity and cooperation.
• You are fluent in written and spoken English and you have excellent communicative skills.
• You are a strong team player with the ability to succeed in a dynamic international environment.
• You have a FELASA B/C attest or are willing to obtain one.
• Experience with (animal) MRI or other in vivo imaging modalities, computer programming skills (e.g. in C/C++ and MATLAB) and prior MRI acquisition & image processing experience is considered a bonus.

What we offer

• We offer a doctoral scholarship for a period of two years. Following a positive evaluation, the scholarship can be renewed once for another two-year period.
• The planned start date is 1 September 2024 or as soon as possible after that date.
• Your monthly scholarship amount is calculated according to the scholarship amounts  for doctoral scholarship holders on the pay scales for Contract Research Staff (Dutch: Bijzonder Academisch Personeel, BAP).
• You will receive ecocheques, Internet-connectivity allowance and a bicycle allowance or a full reimbursement of public transport costs for commuting.
• You will do most of your work at Campus Drie Eiken in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.
• Find out more about working at the University of Antwerp here .

Want to apply?

• You can apply for this vacancy through the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform up to and including 2 April 2024 (by midnight Brussels time). Click on the 'Apply' button, complete the online application form and be sure to include the following attachments: 1) a motivation letter, 2) your detailed academic CV.
• The selection committee will review all of the applications as soon as possible after the application deadline. As soon as a decision has been made, we will inform you about the next steps in the selection procedure.
• If you have any questions about the online application form, please check the frequently asked questions  or send an email to [email protected] . If you have any questions about the job itself, please contact Prof. dr. Marleen Verhoye, PI Bio-Imaging Lab, Tel: +32 (0)3 265 27 86, [email protected]  or Prof. dr. Daniele Bertoglio, [email protected]  or dr. Elisabeth Jonckers, lab manager Bio-Imaging Lab, [email protected] .

The University of Antwerp received the European Commission’s HR Excellence in Research Award  for its HR policy. We are a sustainable, family-friendly organisation which invests in its employees’ growth. We encourage diversity  and attach great importance to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities, regardless of gender identity, disability, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and with diverse characteristics to apply.

Requirements

Research Field

Psychological sciences

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Chemistry

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Engineering

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Engineering

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Medical sciences

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Neurosciences

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Physics

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Psychological sciences

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

University of Antwerp

Country

Belgium

City

Antwerp

Postal Code

2000

Street

Prinsstraat 13

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/university-of-antwerp/2024/doctoral-scholarshi…

Contact

City

Antwerp

Website

https://www.uantwerpen.be/en/

Postal Code

2000

STATUS: EXPIRED