ERC-Funded Postdoctoral Position: The Nanobiophysics lab at the Université Catholique de Louvain (UCLouvain) in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, is offering a postdoctoral position in virology and biophysics. This ERC-funded position aims to investigate virus infections at the multicellular spheroid and organoid scale using advanced microscopy techniques. The successful candidate will contribute to groundbreaking research in virus-host interactions.
Designation: Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Research Area: Biological Sciences » Biological Engineering
Location: Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in cell biology, infection biology, or related field.
- Completed PhD within three years of the application deadline.
- Strong background in mammalian cell culture, DNA transfection/transduction, and molecular cloning.
- Experience with primary cell cultures, spheroids/organoids, biosafety level 2 viruses, and high-resolution light microscopy.
- Initiative, collaboration skills, and personal suitability.
Job Description:
ERC-Funded Postdoctoral Position in Organoid Modeling of Virus Infections
As a postdoctoral researcher, the candidate will:
- Investigate virus infections at the multicellular spheroid and organoid scale.
- Utilize advanced microscopy techniques, including atomic force microscopy, optical tweezers, and confocal microscopy.
- Apply cell culture, tissue culture, and organoid techniques to study virus-host interactions.
- Collaborate within and outside the research group.
How to Apply: Submit the following documents in a single PDF file via email to david.alsteens@uclouvain.be with the subject line “Postdoc Application ERC – Nanobiophysics Lab”:
- CV
- Cover letter describing research interests, skills, and motivation
- Publications list
- Contact information for at least two referees (phone number and email address)
Last Date for Apply: Applications will be accepted until 15 January 2024.
Disclaimer: This job post is based on information provided by a reliable source. Applicants are encouraged to verify details and obtain further information from the official website of Université Catholique de Louvain (https://perso.uclouvain.be/david.alsteens/index.html) for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
