Postdoctoral Researcher in Tumor-Microbiome Research: Join a leading academic medical center in a challenging research project focused on understanding the role of microbiota in human health and disease, particularly in tumor development. As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will contribute to groundbreaking research in spatially mapping microbes in tumor tissues and analyzing molecular microbe-host crosstalk. This project offers an opportunity to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and external partners, advancing our understanding of microbial influences on tumor progression and treatment outcomes.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Tumor-Microbiome Research
Location: Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC), Leiden, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD degree in any biomedical discipline
- Excitement for high-throughput approaches and quantitative analysis
- Demonstrated experience in fluorescence microscopy, bioimage analysis, or biostatistics/machine learning applications in microbiome research
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams
Job Description: As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will:
- Spatially map microbes in tumor tissues and analyze molecular microbe-host crosstalk
- Generate and integrate spatial and bulk omics data across various modalities
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and external partners
- Contribute to advancing our understanding of microbial influences on tumor development and patient outcomes
How to Apply: Interested candidates meeting the requirements should submit their applications by email to Georg Zeller (g.f.zeller@lumc.nl) within the next 21 days. Applications should include:
- Cover letter detailing research interests and relevant experience
- Curriculum vitae
- List of publications (if applicable)
- Contact information for references
Last Date for Apply: You have 21 days to apply from the date of this posting.
About your Workplace: Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) is an academic medical center dedicated to patient care, research, and education. Situated in Leiden, the Netherlands, LUMC focuses on fundamental and translational research in areas such as oncology, regenerative medicine, and population health. As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will join a department where researchers collaborate across disciplines on both fundamental and translational projects, establishing local and international collaborations to drive groundbreaking research in basic and applied science.
What do we represent?: At LUMC, diversity and inclusivity are embraced, creating a safe and inspiring workplace where everyone feels recognized and valued. As part of LUMC, you will contribute to the highest quality healthcare, education, and research, striving for inclusivity and diversity in all aspects of our organization.
More Information:
- Salary range: € 3,493 to € 5,504 (scale 10, CLA UMC) based on full-time employment.
- Project duration: Four years.
- Applications from employment/recruitment agencies will not be considered.
Contact: For further information, please contact Georg Zeller, group leader at LUCID, via email: g.f.zeller@lumc.nl.
