Postdoctoral Position in Bioinformatics: Join the lab of Jeroen Raes at the VIB-KU Leuven Center for Microbiology as a postdoctoral researcher focusing on the study of human-associated microbial communities and their relation to health and disease.
Postdoctoral Position in Bioinformatics of the Human Gut Microbiome
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Table:
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Gut Microbial Ecology and Clinical Applications |
| Location | Leuven, Belgium |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, human microbiota, microbiology, or related fields; demonstrated expertise in omics data analysis; publications or equivalent experience. |
| Job Description | Conduct research on human-associated microbial communities, engage in omics data analysis, collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, and benefit from a supportive lab environment. |
| How to Apply | Interested candidates should apply online and include a letter of interest and contact details for two professional references. |
| Last Date to Apply | Until position filled |
Research Area:
The position entails studying gut microbial ecology, focusing on human health and disease relationships, leveraging both bioinformatics and experimental procedures.
Location:
This position is based at the Gasthuisberg Hospital campus of the KU Leuven, Belgium.
Eligibility/Qualification:
Candidates must possess:
- A PhD degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, human microbiota, microbiology, or other relevant areas.
- Demonstrated expertise in omics data analysis, such as (meta)genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, or related fields.
- Excellent publication track record or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of molecular biology techniques is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Microbiology techniques and microfluidics knowledge are pluses but not required.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will be involved in:
- Analyzing and studying human-associated microbial communities.
- Engaging in cohort studies for clinical applications.
- Utilizing high-throughput computing resources and next-generation sequencing technologies.
- Collaborating within a dynamic international research team to contribute to impactful gut microbiome research.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications online. Each application should include:
- A cover letter detailing interest in the position.
- Contact information for two references who have collaborated professionally for at least 8 months.
Last Date to Apply:
Until position filled
This position offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in groundbreaking research at the intersection of bioinformatics, microbiome science, and human health, backed by robust lab resources and a collaborative working environment.
