PhD position – Nanoscale Imaging: The Center for Molecular Medicine (CMM) at the University Medical Center Utrecht (UMCU) is offering a full-time, four-year PhD position in the field of Nanoscale Imaging of Cancer Organoids. The successful candidate will work on the development and optimization of a complete application workflow for 3D visual proteomics using FAST-EM, a state-of-the-art 64-beam scanning electron microscope. The focus will be on cancer organoids, involving genetic labelling, immuno-labelling, and large-scale correlative light and electron microscopy (CLEM) datasets. The position provides an opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across UMCU, Delft University of Technology (TUDelft), University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG), and commercial partners Delmic and Technolution.
Table of Position Details:
| Designation | Research Area | Location | Eligibility/Qualification | Job Description | How to Apply | Last Date for Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PhD Researcher | Nanoscale Imaging of Cancer Organoids | Utrecht | Master’s degree in Biomedicine, Nanobiology, Biophysics, Bioengineering, Physics, or related discipline | Develop and optimize a workflow for 3D visual proteomics, focus on cancer organoids, collaborate with multidisciplinary team, contribute to CLEM datasets | Email full application (motivation letter, CV, and two reference contacts) to provided contact | 04 January 2024 |
Job Description:
PhD position – Nanoscale Imaging of Cancer Organoids
The PhD researcher will be responsible for developing and optimizing a complete application workflow for 3D visual proteomics using FAST-EM. This involves working on cancer organoids, optimizing genetic labelling, immuno-labelling, sample preparation, and large-scale CLEM datasets. The candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including partners from UMCU, TUDelft, UMCG, Delmic, and Technolution.
Your Profile:
- Master’s degree in Biomedicine, Nanobiology, Biophysics, Bioengineering, Physics, or related discipline.
- Enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research and a passion for pushing the boundaries of technology.
- Strong background in cellular microscopy, imaging, preferably in electron microscopy.
- Prior experience in a research laboratory setting.
- Effortless English communication skills, both spoken and written.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members.
How to Apply: Interested candidates are required to send a full application, including a motivation letter, CV, and at least two contacts for reference letters, to the provided contact email.
Our Offer:
- Full-time appointment (36 h/week) for a period of four years leading to a PhD examination.
- Salary between €2901 and €3677 gross per month (salary scale OIO), based on full-time employment.
- Year-end bonus of 8.3% and holiday allowance of 8%.
- Access to cutting-edge laboratory equipment and resources.
- Supportive and collaborative research environment.
- Opportunity to collaborate with leading experts in the field.
- Presentation of research at (inter)national conferences.
- Pension insurance with ABP, covering approximately 70% of the monthly contribution.
- Access to a variety of online courses through GoodHabitz.
- Option to select additional employment benefits.
Get in Contact: For inquiries about the vacancy, please contact Nalan Liv at 088 75 575 78 or send an email.
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