Postdoctoral and PhD Positions: The VIB-UGent Center for Plant Systems Biology and UCLouvain are offering two 4-year positions: a postdoctoral researcher position and a PhD student position. These positions will investigate the interplay between Secretory Carrier Membrane Proteins (SCAMPs) and plasma membrane aquaporins in Arabidopsis.
Postdoctoral and PhD Positions to Investigate SCAMP-Aquaporin Interplay in Arabidopsis
Summary Table
| Position | Location | Institution | Lab | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postdoctoral Researcher | Ghent | VIB-UGent Center for Plant Systems Biology | Daniël Van Damme Lab | 4 years |
| PhD Student | Louvain-la-Neuve | UCLouvain, LIBST | François Chaumont Lab | 4 years |
Study Area
The research focuses on plant biology, specifically the interplay between Secretory Carrier Membrane Proteins (SCAMPs) and plasma membrane aquaporins in Arabidopsis.
Scholarship Description
- Institute: VIB-UGent Center for Plant Systems Biology and UCLouvain
- Location: Ghent and Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium
- Research Focus: Investigating the role of SCAMPs in the trafficking and activity of plasma membrane aquaporins
- Duration: Initial 1-year contract, extendable up to 4 years
- Start Date: As soon as possible
- Positions Available: 1 Postdoctoral Researcher, 1 PhD Student
Eligibility
PhD Student:
- Master’s degree in biology/bio-engineering or equivalent
- Strong interest in plant biology
- Experience in plant molecular and cellular biology or physiology
Postdoctoral Researcher:
- Ph.D. degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, Bio-engineering, or equivalent
- Proven expertise in live cell imaging, cloning, protein biochemistry
- Guidance experience of master and/or PhD students
- Desired expertise in interactomics, stomatal dynamics, Alphafold modelling
General:
- Dynamic individuals with a strong drive for science
- Initiative, responsibility, critical thinking abilities
- Excellent oral and written English communication skills
- Collaborative mindset and ability to independently plan and execute research
Required Documents
- A 1-page summary of your research experiences and future goals
- A one-page letter of intent describing your motivation for this position
- Detailed CV including a publication list
- Contact information of 2-3 references
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply through the VIB online application tool. Please specify whether you are applying for the PhD or postdoc position.
For more information, visit the VIB-UGent Center for Plant Systems Biology website (www.psb.ugent.be) or contact Daniel Van Damme (dadam@psb.vib-ugent.be) and François Chaumont (francois.chaumont@uclouvain.be).
Last Date
The first review of applications will start immediately upon receipt. The positions remain open until suitable candidates are found.
