PhD Candidate: Gut Bacteria: Radboud University Medical Center invites applications for a PhD candidate position focused on understanding the influence of gut bacteria on the responsivity to antidepressant treatment. This four-year position offers a unique opportunity to integrate top-level animal behavior work with gut microbiota research in humans.
PhD Candidate: Gut Bacteria and Responsivity to Antidepressant Treatment
Summary Table:
- Position: PhD Candidate
- Duration: 4 years
- Hours: 36 per week
- Salary Scale: 10A/10 (min €2901 – max €5292 gross per month)
- Application Deadline: Apply before 22nd February 2024
- First Interview: From 1st March 2024
Study Area: The research lies at the intersection of cognitive neuroscience, behavioral biology, and medical science, exploring the impact of gut bacteria on responses to antidepressant treatment.
Scholarship Description: This PhD position offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the Department of Cognitive Neuroscience, Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition, and Behavior. The project involves integrating animal behavior studies with gut microbiota research in humans to enhance our understanding of depression treatment responses.
Eligibility: We are seeking a motivated PhD candidate with a master’s degree in (behavioral) neuroscience, (medical) biology, or a related field. Experience in animal work is preferred, but a strong desire to learn is also valued. Technical insight and problem-solving skills are essential, and a proactive nature is highly encouraged.
Required Documents: Applicants should submit the following documents:
- Detailed CV, including education, work experience, and skills.
- Cover letter expressing motivation for the position and relevant research interests.
- Contact information for two references.
- Any additional relevant documents.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should use the “Apply” button to submit their applications. The deadline for application submission is 22nd February 2024. Successful applicants will be contacted shortly, and interviews are scheduled to take place from 1st March 2024.
Last Date: The application deadline is 22nd February 2024.
For inquiries about the position or working at Radboudumc, please contact Prof. Dr. Judith Homberg at +31 (024) 361 09 06 or Dr. Alejandro Arias Vasquez at +31 (06) 26 89 71 83. Join us in advancing knowledge at the intersection of neuroscience and microbiota research!
