Postdoctoral Researcher in T-Cell Leukemia: The Laboratory for Disease Mechanisms in Cancer at KU Leuven, Belgium, is seeking a motivated postdoctoral researcher to investigate the interactions between deregulated protein translation and mRNA transcription in T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL).
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology |
| Location | Leuven, Belgium |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in relevant discipline (within last 5 years or close to obtaining) |
| Job Description | Investigation of T-ALL pathways using -omics technologies and mouse models, including coordination of a larger research project. |
| How to Apply | Apply via the online application link provided on the KU Leuven website. |
| Last Date to Apply | August 28, 2025, 23:59 CET |
Research Area
Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, T-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (T-ALL)
Location
KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD obtained within the last 5 years or close to obtaining
- Strong publication record
- Background in cancer biology and/or molecular biology
- Experience with mouse models and mammalian cell cultures, as well as standard molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, western blotting)
Job Description
The successful candidate will work within a consortium of Belgian research teams, focusing on the biology of T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL). Responsibilities include:
- Characterizing transcriptome and proteome deregulation using -omics technologies (e.g., RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, Ribo-seq, proteomics)
- Mapping chromatin, transcription, and protein changes from early T-ALL stages through to disease progression
- Collaborating with core facilities and computational biologists
- Supervising students and assisting in project coordination
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the online application link on the KU Leuven website. For any inquiries, contact Prof. Dr. Kim De Keersmaecker via email at kim.dekeersmaecker@kuleuven.be.
Last Date to Apply
The application deadline is August 28, 2025, at 23:59 CET.
