PhD in HIV-Driven Neurodegeneration & Brain Organoids
Amsterdam UMC
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Amsterdam UMC in Amsterdam is launching a PhD position under the MERIT MSCA network to study HIV-induced neurodegeneration using iPSC-derived brain organoids. You will explore lipidomic changes and TDP-43 proteinopathy within organoids, contributing to Work Packages 1 and 2 under senior supervision.
The role requires a motivated candidate with strong biology background, English proficiency, and willingness to mobility constraints.
Qualifications
- MSc or MD in (bio)medical sciences, biology, cell biology, biotechnology or closely related field
- Strong foundation in molecular and cellular biology and immunology
- Experience in virology, (3D) cell culture, or tissue engineering
- Excellent English communication (CEFR C1/C2)
- Transnational mobility rule: have not resided/carried out work in the NL for more than 12 months in the past 36 months
- Experience with experimental lab techniques; analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work in multidisciplinary team
Responsibilities
- Characterise lipidomic profiles of HIV-infected brain organoids vs healthy controls
- Assess and alter TDP-43 proteinopathy in HIV-infected organoids
- Contribute to Work Packages 1 and 2 under supervision
- Collaborate with OrganoVIR Labs teams at Amsterdam UMC
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Amsterdam UMC in Amsterdam is launching a PhD position under the MERIT MSCA network to study HIV-induced neurodegeneration using iPSC-derived brain organoids. You will explore lipidomic changes and TDP-43 proteinopathy within organoids, contributing to Work Packages 1 and 2 under senior supervision.
The role requires a motivated candidate with strong biology background, English proficiency, and willingness to mobility constraints.
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