Postdoctoral Scientist - Molecular mechanisms of metabolic cell dysfunction associated with pro[...]

Karlstad University; Brussel; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A multicultural research university in Brussels is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Scientist to explore the molecular mechanisms of metabolic dysfunction associated with protein tyrosine phosphatases. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in metabolic disease and possess experience in mouse handling, molecular biology, and stem cell culture. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of approximately €2500 after tax and aims to start as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of research excellence.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• High motivation and innovative thinking.

Responsabilités

• Explore pathophysiological mechanisms contributing to metabolic dysfunction.
• Utilize human stem cells and diabetes cell models for research.
• Collaborate with scientists and industry to translate science to clinic.

Connaissances

Experience with mouse handling and experimentation

Stem cell culture

Molecular biology/genome editing

Immunohistochemical techniques

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent spoken and written English

Formation

PhD in metabolic disease or metabolism

Outils

CRISPR/Cas9

qPCR

bulk/single cell RNA-Seq

FACS sorting

Description du poste

Overview

Postdoctoral Scientist - Molecular mechanisms of metabolic cell dysfunction associated with protein tyrosine phosphatases at the Signal Transduction & Metabolism Laboratory in Brussels.

As a multicultural university with one third of students and researchers from abroad, international relations is a daily reality for the ULB. The Signal Transduction and Metabolism Laboratory (www.stmlaboratoy.com) led by Dr Esteban Gurzov is seeking highly motivated post-doctoral researchers to explore the pathophysiological mechanisms contributing to metabolic dysfunction. The successful applicant will join the ULB Faculty of Medicine, characterised by an impressive track record in research excellence.

The project will take advantage of human stem cells, diabetes cell models, mouse models, pharmacological approaches and human specimens to determine the molecular mechanisms by which dysfunctional signalling contributes to the development of obesity, diabetes and liver cancer, and to explore novel approaches for combating the pathologies.

The Signal Transduction & Metabolism Laboratory provides a world leading environment for creative science. We foster research excellence and pursue discoveries in metabolic diseases, with experts working together in collaborative teams. Come and join us!

• We believe in a strong scientific commitment and reproducible findings to contribute to the way of thinking in diabetes research.
• Our vision is to translate fundamental science to the clinic by a collaborative effort between scientists, physicians and the industry.

Profile

• PhD in metabolic disease and/or metabolism
• Experience with mouse handling and experimentation is essential
• Experience in stem cell culture, molecular biology/genome editing (e.g. qPCR, CRISPR/Cas9 and bulk/single cell RNA-Seq), immunohistochemical and/or biochemical techniques will be advantageous
• Experience with mouse models of diabetes will be advantageous
• Experience with FACS sorting will be advantageous
• The candidate should have demonstrable track record of research excellence and be capable of both work independently and collaboratively in a team
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent skills in spoken and written English

High motivation, flexibility as well as innovative and creative thinking are a must

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Salary: Approximately 2500 € after tax.

Duration: 1 year full time in the first instance.

Starting date: As soon as possible.

Deadline for the submission of applications: Positions open until filled

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Job details

Closing on: 2025-12-01 (Europe/Brussels)

As a multicultural university with one third of students and researchers from abroad, international relations is a daily reality for the ULB.