Postdoc: Astroblastoma — Human In Vitro Models & Mechanisms

Prinses Máxima Centrum; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Prinses Máxima Centrum invites a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join the Artegiani & Hendriks group. You will develop human in vitro models of astroblastoma and perform functional experiments to uncover developmental origins and sex-specific biology in this pediatric brain tumor.

The role involves collaboration with experts across Europe and heavy emphasis on molecular characterization and validation.

Qualifications

• PhD in molecular, stem cell, or cancer biology.
• Wet lab experience, including organoids or advanced cell culture.
• Experience with pediatric brain tumors or developmental neuroscience is advantageous.
• Strong publication record with first authorship.
• Bioinformatic skills are a plus.
• Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary, international setting.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication.
• Strong data management and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Generate novel in vitro human models of astroblastoma.
• Perform functional experiments to study developmental origins and mechanisms.
• Collaborate with Kool group and organoid researchers for validation.
• Characterize models molecularly and guide downstream studies.
• Work within an international network with clinicians and researchers.

Skills

Wet lab experience

Organoid culture

Pediatric brain tumors

Analytical skills

English communication

Data management

Bioinformatics basics

Independence & collaboration

Education

PhD in molecular, stem cell, or cancer biology

Job description

Prinses Máxima Centrum invites a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join the Artegiani & Hendriks group. You will develop human in vitro models of astroblastoma and perform functional experiments to uncover developmental origins and sex-specific biology in this pediatric brain tumor.

The role involves collaboration with experts across Europe and heavy emphasis on molecular characterization and validation.