1 Doctoral position in the area of human genetics in Belgium | University of Antwerp

The Department of Medical Genetics within the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is seeking to fill a full-time vacancy for a doctoral student in the area of human genetics.

Job description

• You prepare a doctoral thesis in the field of human genetics.
• You perform research to unravel the genetic causes and functional mechanisms underlying heritable connective tissue, cartilage and bone disorders
• You contribute to teaching and research in the Department of Medical Genetics.
• You are contributing to the communication of your research results

Profile and requirements

• You hold a master degree in medicine, biomedical sciences, biochemistry or related disciplines (last year students can also apply)
• You can submit outstanding academic results
• The focus in your teaching corresponds to the educational vision of the university
• You are very motivated and fascinated by basic research
• You are meticulous, stress-resistant and flexible
• You have good written and oral communication skills (Dutch and English)
• You are a team player who can easily collaborate with other research groups
• You are willing to spend some time abroad in another research lab if necessary
• You have good knowledge of molecular biology and genetics
• Knowledge of next generation sequencing technology, experience with animal models (preferentially with a Felasa certificate) and notions of the research theme are additional assets

We offer

• a doctoral scholarship for a period of two years, with the possibility of renewal for a further two-year period after positive evaluation;
• the start date of scholarship will be 1 September 2016;
• a gross monthly grant ranging from € 2.189,88 - € 2.334,46;
• a dynamic and stimulating work environment.