Research associate TaTFAL CRISPR-CAS9 (Ghent, 9000) presso Universiteit Gent

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Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 15,000 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

The Unit for Translational Research in Oncology, headed by Prof. Steven Goossens, has a vacancy for motivated research associate to join our international team within the Department of Diagnostic Sciences of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University. 
The applicant should be highly motivated and passionate about research with a strong interest in drug discovery and development. It is expected that the successful candidate individually designs, implements, and evaluates experimental results. You will be responsible for designing novel tools and technologies to identify, validate and optimize small molecules compounds to target transcription factors in acute leukemia. The research will be performed as part of a multidisciplinary consortium (TaTFAL) including experts in molecular biology, medicinal chemistry, structural biology and with strong interaction with industrial partners and clinicians. 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

•    You hold a Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences
•    Expertise with the assay development and functional studies using in vitro and in vivo preclinical leukemia models; including cell lines, genetically modified spontaneous mouse models (GEMM) and patient-derived xenograft models.
•    Expertise with the use of viral vector systems 
•    Expertise with CRISPR-CAS9 technology
•    Expertise with expression analysis; including qRT-PCR and Western blotting
•    Expertise with flow cytometry and FACS sorting
•    A strong interest in translational oncology, more specifically in leukemia research
•    Strong work ethics; able to work both independently and as part of a team
•    Good communication skills in English 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

•    We offer you a contract of definite duration for the period of two years. 
•    Your contract will start on 1/11/2025 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. 

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 a transcript of your academic record (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.

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. Steven Goossens ([email protected], +32(0)9/3323692). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.

Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact us via [email protected] or +32 9 264 34 36