Group Leader, Cancer Biology: Tumor Microenvironment

Vlaams Instituut voor Biotechnologie (VIB); Belgique; Remote; EUR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring program

Group Leader coaching track

Excellent healthcare benefits

Access to core facilities

Job summary

The Vlaams Instituut voor Biotechnologie (VIB) and KU Leuven invite applications for a professor/group leader in Cancer Biology focused on cross-talk between cancer cells and the tumor microenvironment. The successful candidate will lead a translational program, foster collaboration across VIB, KU Leuven and industry, and establish novel models and omics approaches to study tumor biology.

We seek an established scientist with an outstanding publication record, international experience, and the

Qualifications

• Established scientific expert in (Bio-) Medical Sciences or related field
• Proven leadership of a research group with strong publications
• International research experience and outreach mindset
• Proficiency in English; Dutch language training provided
• Eligibility for associate professorship at KU Leuven Oncology

Responsibilities

• Lead a translational cancer biology program addressing cross-talk between tumors and tumor microenvironment
• Build bridges between VIB, KU Leuven and industry; foster interdisciplinary collaborations
• Develop and apply novel omics technologies and models (3D tumoroids, mouse genetics, PDXs)
• Demonstrate clinical relevance using human samples and pursue independent funding

Skills

Established expert

Group leadership

Publications in high-impact journals

International research experience

English proficiency

Outreach & collaboration

Education

Associate professorship eligibility at KU Leuven Oncology

Job description

The Vlaams Instituut voor Biotechnologie (VIB) and KU Leuven invite applications for a professor/group leader in Cancer Biology focused on cross-talk between cancer cells and the tumor microenvironment. The successful candidate will lead a translational program, foster collaboration across VIB, KU Leuven and industry, and establish novel models and omics approaches to study tumor biology.

We seek an established scientist with an outstanding publication record, international experience, and the