Summary
Ghent University is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher for TRASlab (Technology for a Resource Agile Society) within the Faculty of Bioscience Engineering. The researcher will contribute to a new microbial protein production project in collaboration with industrial partners, focusing on laboratory-scale process development, optimizing growth conditions, and enhancing overall process sustainability.
Postdoctoral Researcher at Ghent University, Belgium
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Position Overview
| Field | Details |
| Job ID | 30169 |
| Faculty | Faculty of Bioscience Engineering |
| Department | BW25 – Biotechnologie |
| Occupancy Rate | 100% |
| Positions Available | 1 |
| Type of Employment | Contract of limited duration (3 months initial contract, expandable to 10 months pending funding decisions) |
| Salary Scale | Wage scale PD1 to PD4 (doctoral degree) |
| Start Date | September 1, 2026 (at the earliest) |
Research Area
- Microbial Biotechnology
- Sustainable Production & Treatment Processes
- Microbial Protein Production & Bioreactor Optimization
Location
- Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
Eligibility & Qualifications
- Required Degree: PhD / Thesis-based doctorate in Bio-engineering, Biotechnology, or an equivalent specialty.
- Technical Skills: Strong interest in microbial biotechnology with the ambition to operate bioreactors at laboratory scale and collaborate closely with industry.
- Communication: Fluency in English (both spoken and written reporting) is essential for working in an international context.
- Collaboration: Willingness to work in an international cooperative environment.
Job Description
- Assist in the laboratory-based development of microbial protein production processes.
- Optimize growth conditions for microbial processes.
- Improve overall process sustainability in collaboration with industrial partners.
- Operate laboratory-scale bioreactors and conduct associated research.
- Report clear technical findings and research updates in English.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through Ghent University’s e-recruitment system (email or late applications are not accepted).
Your application must include the following documents (each field has a maximum size of 10 MB):
- CV: Your CV merged with a transcript of your academic record into one PDF file.
- Cover Letter: Your application letter in PDF format.
- Diploma: A copy/transcript of your required degree. (If the foreign diploma is in a language other than Dutch, French, German, or English, include an official translation into one of these languages).
Contact for Queries: Prof. Korneel Rabaey (traslab@ugent.be)
(Note: Do NOT send applications via email; use the official online portal).
Last Date to Apply
July 30, 2026, at 23:59 (Brussels Time)
