PhD Position in Biology in Diabetes: The Leuven Diabetes Lab at KU Leuven is seeking a motivated PhD candidate to explore the role of neutrophils in autoimmune type 1 diabetes. This research combines innovative bioinformatics techniques with experimental lab work, aiming to uncover the complexities of diabetes development.
PhD Position in Neutrophil Biology in Diabetes
Designation
PhD Candidate
Research Area
Neutrophil Biology in Type 1 Diabetes
Location
Leuven, Belgium
Eligibility/Qualification
Essential:
- Master’s degree in bioinformatics, data science, biomedicine, bioengineering, biotechnology, or related fields
- Programming experience in Python and/or R
- Excellent communication skills and fluency in English
- Proactive, rigorous, solution-oriented, and a critical thinker
- Collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research
Bonus (not required):
- Experience in single-cell and spatial omics data analysis
- Experience with highly multiplexed flow cytometry
- Background in immunology
Job Description
The PhD project will investigate the role of neutrophils using whole blood or sorted cells, applying single-cell transcriptomics and spatial transcriptomics/proteomics. The candidate will collaborate with core facilities, leveraging advanced technologies to assess the involvement of neutrophils in both blood and pancreatic tissues, and evaluate their potential as therapeutic targets in type 1 diabetes.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply through the online application tool available on the KU Leuven website. For more information or queries, please contact Dr. Conny Gysemans at conny.gysemans@kuleuven.be or Prof. Dr. Chantal Mathieu at chantal.mathieu@uzleuven.be.
Last Date to Apply
November 30, 2025, 23:59 CET
Join an exciting research environment focused on transformative discoveries in immunology and diabetes!
