PhD position at the Breast Cancer Translational Research Laboratory (BCTL), (Medicine Faculty, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium)

The BCTL laboratory directed by Pr. Christos Sotiriou MD, PhD, is located at the Institut Jules Bordet (Medicine Faculty, Université Libre de Bruxelles), the only comprehensive cancer centre in Belgium.

The current research projects of the lab include:

- Molecular characterization of breast cancer using several “omics” techniques including NGS, spatial transcriptomics and single cell analysis to study tumour heterogeneity, disease progression and resistance to treatment(s);

- Characterization of the tumor microenvironment including immune landscape and its impact on response to immunotherapy

- Several translational research projects part of international clinical studies.

Initial funding is available for 2 years, with possible extension for 2 additional years. 

Candidates should hold a Master degree in life sciences or medicine and show strong interest for breast cancer research, genomics, bioinformatics and translational medicine.

Fluency in English is expected. Practical knowledge in French is a plus. 

The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic and interdisciplinary team of researchers, oncologists and bioinformaticians that work at the forefront of breast cancer translational research.

Priority will be given to applicants with technical experience in cell/molecular biology or bioinformatics.

How to apply:

Applications including a letter of application, an up-to-date CV and at least two referees should be sent to Prof. Christos Sotiriou ([email protected]) and Prof. Françoise Rothé ([email protected]).