Wetenschappelijk medewerker - kortlopend project

Cancer Research Institute Ghent (CRIG); Gent; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36 days holiday leave

Education opportunities

Bicycle allowance

Eco vouchers

Job summary

Ghent University in Belgium seeks a scientific researcher to advance studies on how the heart functions during sepsis, using mouse models and molecular biology techniques. The position requires a Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field, FELASA C, and hands-on experience with mouse work and molecular assays.

The contract runs from 1 January 2027 to 31 March 2027, with benefits for Ghent University staff. English communication is essential for collaboration and publication.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry & Biotechnology, or equivalent.
• FELASA C certificate.
• Experience in mouse handling: surgery, intravenous and intraperitoneal injections, cardiac puncture, organ isolation.
• Experience with molecular biological techniques: Oroboros, Rheometry, Western Blot, RNA isolation, cDNA synthesis, qPCR, Biochemical analysis (ELISA).
• Desirable, but not required experience: Analysis of omics data (RNA sequencing, proteomics, metabolomics).
• Strong communication skills in English.

Skills

Mouse handling

Molecular biology techniques

English communication

Education

Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry & Biotechnology, or equivalent

Tools

Oroboros

Rheometry

Western Blot

RNA isolation

cDNA synthesis

qPCR

ELISA

Job description

Job ID: 30384

ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY

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.

Within the group of Prof. Claude Libert, we are investigating how the heart is functioning during sepsis. Here, we compare the heart function between early- and late-stage sepsis. Furthermore, we are also investigating the heart metabolism during sepsis, in which specific mouse knock-out models are used to better understand how the heart metabolism is regulated. Therefore, we are looking for a scientific researcher to finalize these research lines.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You hold a Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry & Biotechnology, or equivalent
• You hold a FELASA C certificate
• Experience in mouse handling: surgery, intravenous and intraperitoneal injections, cardiac puncture, organ isolation
• Experience with molecular biological techniques:
  • Oroboros
  • Rheometry
  • Westen Blot
  • RNA isolation, cDNA synthesis, qPCR
  • Biochemical analysis (ELISA)
• Desirable, but nor required experience:
  • Analysis of omics data (RNA sequencing, proteomics, metabolomics)
• Strong communication skills in English

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• We offer you a contract of definite duration for the period from the 1st of January 2027 until 31st of March 2027.
• Your contract will start on 1/01/2027 at the earliest.
• 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.

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. Claude Libert ( [e-mail] , +32 (0)9/331 37 00).