23 May 2024
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
KU Leuven- Research Field
Medical sciences » Medicine- Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)- Country
Belgium- Application Deadline
31 Jul 2024 - 00:00 (UTC)- Type of Contract
Temporary- Job Status
Full-time- Hours Per Week
38 hours/week- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme- Reference Number
BAP-2024-324- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) lung infections pose a growing public health challenge, yet many questions remain unanswered. These indolent infections can evolve into chronic respiratory conditions, but diagnosis is often delayed. Managing NTM infections is complex due to treatment limitations and variable risk of disease progression. This interdisciplinary research project aims to study markers predicting disease severity and progression by endotyping people with NTM lung disease in order to identify better who will benefit most from therapy and when. As a PhD candidate, you will chart the current management approaches in Belgium and Europe building a (inter)national NTM registry whilst studying host-pathogen interactions which may ultimately lead to improved management decisions in NTM lung disease.
Requirements
- Research Field
- Medical sciences
- Education Level
- Master Degree or equivalent
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Excellent
Additional Information
Benefits
- Interdisciplinary environment: Join our collaborative research team spanning clinical sciences, microbiology, and immunology
- Engage with a broad national and international network of experts worldwide
Learn essential research skills and techniques and explore fellowship opportunities
Enjoy standard conditions at KU Leuven, including state-of-the art research facilities, training opportunities, social and health benefits
A one-year contract, renewable for three more years provided PhD milestones are being met
Eligibility criteria
Motivated and enthusiastic person with a Master’s degree in Medicine or Biomedical Sciences with an interest in infectious/respiratory diseases covering a broad range including clinical care, epidemiology as well as laboratory work.
Sociable person who thrives in diverse teams and enjoy working with people from various backgrounds
Dedicated person who shows initiative and can contribute independently
Basic laboratory skills are a plus
Good communication skills, fluency in English, knowledge of Dutch and French are an asset
Selection process
For more information please contact Prof. dr. Natalie Lorent, tel.: +32 16 342786, mail: [email protected] .
You can apply for this job no later than 31/07/2024 via the online application tool
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- KU Leuven
- Country
- Belgium
- State/Province
- Vlaams Brabant
- City
- Leuven
- Postal Code
- 3000
- Street
- Leuven
- Geofield
Where to apply
- Website
https://easyapply.jobs/r/8lotrw821XJXb84hAum0
Contact
- State/Province
Leuven- City
Vlaams Brabant- Street
Leuven- Postal Code
3000
[email protected]
STATUS: EXPIRED
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