PhD: Unraveling TBI-Linked Dementia & Neuroinflammation

University of Amsterdam (UvA); Netherlands; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Amsterdam (UvA) invites applications for a PhD candidate position in the Brain Plasticity group to study rmTBI effects on hippocampal neurogenesis and inflammation. The project combines mouse models, single-nucleus transcriptomics, and advanced imaging to uncover mechanisms of neurodegeneration.

The role requires a Master’s degree in biomedical sciences with neuroscience, hands-on animal experimentation, and strong interest in bioinformatics.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biomedical sciences with a neuroscience specialization or similar.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory animals and/or molecular and cellular biology is required.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Strong interest in bioinformatics analysis of complex datasets.

Responsibilities

• Complete a PhD thesis within the official appointment duration (four years).
• Design, perform and document experiments independently.
• Set up and run bioinformatic pipelines to complement experimental work.
• Be an active and responsible member of both research groups and discuss work in department meetings.
• Take a leading role in writing manuscripts for publication in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Participate in PhD training programme of the University of Amsterdam and ONWAR.
• Assist teaching and supervision of Bachelor and Master students at the UvA.

Skills

Fluent English

Animal experiments

Bioinformatics

Laboratory skills

Education

Master’s degree in biomedical sciences with neuroscience specialization

Job description

University of Amsterdam (UvA) invites applications for a PhD candidate position in the Brain Plasticity group to study rmTBI effects on hippocampal neurogenesis and inflammation. The project combines mouse models, single-nucleus transcriptomics, and advanced imaging to uncover mechanisms of neurodegeneration.

The role requires a Master’s degree in biomedical sciences with neuroscience, hands-on animal experimentation, and strong interest in bioinformatics.