Professor of Trypanosome Biology & Host–Vector Immunology

Institute of Tropical Medicine; Antwerpen; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Private pension

Meal vouchers

Transport reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Expat support

Zusammenfassung

The Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM) in Antwerp seeks an outstanding scientist to lead a new Trypanosoma unit within the Department of Biomedical Sciences. The role focuses on pathogen–host–vector interactions, experimental parasitology, and molecular diagnostics, with leadership over a staff team and teaching responsibilities.

Applicants should have a PhD and an excellent track record in Trypanosomatids research, with strong international collaborations and grant-writing skills.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in biology, veterinary sciences, biomedical sciences, biochemistry, medicine or equivalent.
• Excellent research profile in experimental/molecular parasitology of Trypanosomatids.
• Experience with advanced experimental/computational approaches relevant to the proposed programme.
• Track record of grant writing and supervision.
• Collaborative profile with international partnerships.
• Experience in translational or applied research is an asset.
• Fluent in English; Dutch/French knowledge is desirable.

Aufgaben

• Develop an innovative, internationally competitive research programme on trypanosomes.
• Apply state-of-the-art experimental approaches in molecular biology, imaging and omics.
• Lead and grow the unit, manage staff, and supervise Master/PhD training.
• Establish global partnerships and secure research funding.
• Support educational activities within the department and ITM.
• Collaborate with other units to develop complementary lines of research.
• Represent ITM in national and international bodies and networks.

Kenntnisse

English fluency

Communication skills

Leadership

Collaborations

Translational research

Ausbildung

PhD in biology/biomedical sciences

Jobbeschreibung

The Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM) in Antwerp seeks an outstanding scientist to lead a new Trypanosoma unit within the Department of Biomedical Sciences. The role focuses on pathogen–host–vector interactions, experimental parasitology, and molecular diagnostics, with leadership over a staff team and teaching responsibilities.

Applicants should have a PhD and an excellent track record in Trypanosomatids research, with strong international collaborations and grant-writing skills.