Group Leader, Cancer Biology: Tumor Microenvironment

VIB; Oost-Vlaanderen; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KU Leuven and the VIB Center for Cancer Biology invite applications for a professor/group leader in Cancer Biology focused on the cross-talk between cancer cells and their tumor microenvironment.

You will lead a translational research program at the interface of basic science and clinical relevance, building bridges across VIB, KU Leuven, and industry while advancing cutting-edge omics technologies.

Qualifications

• Renowned expert in (Bio-)Medical Sciences or related field.
• Proven leadership in a research group with strong publication record.

Responsibilities

• Lead a ground-breaking scientific program addressing basic questions with translational potential.
• Build bridges between VIB, KU Leuven, and external centers and industry.
• Focus on omics approaches with clinical relevance and patient impact.

Skills

Leadership

Collaborative mindset

International research experience

English proficiency

Job description

KU Leuven and the VIB Center for Cancer Biology invite applications for a professor/group leader in Cancer Biology focused on the cross-talk between cancer cells and their tumor microenvironment.

You will lead a translational research program at the interface of basic science and clinical relevance, building bridges across VIB, KU Leuven, and industry while advancing cutting-edge omics technologies.