1 Postdoctoral position in Computational Biology in Netherlands | Leiden University

In the research group of Joost Beltman (Division of Toxicology, LACDR) we have a vacancy for a Postdoc in Computational Biology, to construct computational models of tumor growth, tumor cell migration and/or metastasis. One of the topics to be investigated is the concept of 'cancer stem cells' that can self-renew and give rise to differentiated progeny. The models are compared to experimental data using genetic lineage tracing and imaging approaches.

Requirements

• PhD in a mathematical or computational discipline, preferably in computational biology;
• Strong interest in biological questions;
• Proficient in spoken and written English;
• An independent and creative team player.

Conditions of employment

We offer a full-time appointment for an initial period of 1 year, which can be extended in case of satisfactory performance. Salary ranges from € 2977,- to€ 3908,- gross per month (pay scale 10 in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities), based on a full-time appointment.

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.

Department

The Leiden Academic Centre for Drug Research (LACDR) is a leading institute dedicated to world-class research and education in drug discovery and development. LACDR comprises a diverse and international team of approximately150 researchers and is ideally located at the Leiden Bio Science Park, the largest life science cluster in The Netherlands. In the 2015 QS World University Ranking, the University of Leiden was listed number 9 globally in the area of Pharmacy and Pharmacology.

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.