1 Postdoctoral Research position on the proteomics of small peptides and RNA sequencin in Netherlands | Leiden University

The postdoc will be working on the profiling of transcripts and peptides expressed in animal venoms, using systems biology approaches. The project is funded by the Dutch Top Sector (NWO TKI-NCI) project Syngenopep. Our consortium will identify novel antibacterial peptides in the venoms of snakes, scorpions and spiders using a combination of genomic prediction, transcriptomics and proteomics.

Requirements

• PhD in a relevant field and proven ability of producing scientific output;
• Expertise in the proteomics of small peptides and RNA sequencing;
• Hands-on experience in mass spectrometry-based peptide sequencing;
• Experience in sequence data analysis;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Excellent knowledge of English;

Conditions of employment

We offer a 1.0 fte, 2 year term position, with the possibility of renewal (depending on funds).

Salary range from € 2.476,- to € 3.908,- (pay scale 10) gross per month, based on a full time employment in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.

Leiden University offers an attractive benefits package with additional holiday (8%) and end-of-year bonuses (8.3 %), training and career development and sabbatical leave. Our individual choices model gives you some freedom to assemble your own set of terms and conditions. Candidates from outside the Netherlands may be eligible for a substantial tax break.

Organisation

Leiden University

Leiden is a typical university city, hosting the oldest university in the Netherlands (1575). The University permeates the local surroundings; University premises are scattered throughout the city, and the students who live and study in Leiden give the city its relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere. Leiden University is one of Europe's foremost research universities. This prominent position gives our graduates a leading edge in applying for academic posts and for functions outside academia.

Department

Faculty of Science, Institute of Biology (IBL)

The Faculty of Science teaches more than 2,600 students in the context of 8 bachelor’s and 11 master’s programmes. Working at the Faculty of Science means being part of an exciting, dynamic scientific environment which sets high standards for its students, staff and support staff alike. The Faculty is known for its friendly and team-spirited atmosphere, which promotes mutual exchange of knowledge.

The Institute of Biology (IBL) is part of the Faculty of Science. It is located at the Leiden Bioscience Park in the recently completely refurnished Sylvius building, providing state-of-the-art facilities for biological research. It collaborates with neighbouring institutes such as the Leiden University Medical Centre, the National Centre for Biodiversity Naturalis, the Centre for Environmental Sciences and the Leiden Institute of Chemistry. The IBL has a long tradition of excellence in fundamental research in a broad range of biological subjects. It fosters an international atmosphere with strong interactions among the various groups as well as with other departments from the Faculty of Science and other partners.