PhD Position in Molecular Genetics Ghent University, Department of Biomedical molecular biology

Job description We are looking for a motivated scientist to start a new PhD project on “Zinc as a key determinant in susceptibility for sepsis via impact on intestinal cells, metabolism and microbiome.” Research context: Zinc is an essential metal, absolutely required for an optimal immune system. In large parts of the world, people suffer from mild to serious Zn deficiency, which is supposed to have a major impact on the risk for lethal acute inflammation such as sepsis. In this project, we will address the molecular biology behind the protective activities of Zn, making use of mutant mice, sepsis models, RNASEQ, CHIPSEQ and many more modern genetic techniques. We will focus on the intestinal epithelium, metabolism and microbiome and cross-talk between the major Zn sensing transcription factor MTF1 and glucocorticoids. Profile of the candidate Be highly motivated to work in the frontline of worldwide biomedical research You have a passion for inflammatory research and science in general good writing and communication skills in English practical experience in immunology is a plus You have recently obtained or will soon be obtaining a master diploma () from one of the countries of the European Union or the European Economic Area () or Switzerland in biomedical sciences, bio-engineering, biotechnology, medicine or any related discipline, preferably with very good study results. with the exclusion of master-after-master diplomas as described in the Higher Education Register (www.hogeronderwijsregister.be) ** The EU countries plus Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein. You are eligible. More details see http://www.fwo.be/en/fellowships-funding/phd-fellowships/doctoral-%28phd%29-grant-strategic-basic-research-%28sb%29/ The candidate should have well-developed social skills and be able to work in a team We offer: a great project for a Doctoral (PhD) grant strategic basic research (SB) (former IWT) working in a stimulating multicultural environment you will have access to cutting-edge technologies, personal career assistance, a strong focus on technology transfer and multiple chances to attend high level training courses and conferences How to apply Motivated candidates are asked to apply online. See http://www.vib.be/en/jobs/Pages/PhD-Position-in-Molecular-Genetics.aspx For all enquiries (conditions, timing, backup, guidance, technology etc), contact promotor and/or guiding scientist, as soon as possible and no later than September 1, 2016. Promoter: Prof. Claude Libert: Claude.Libert@irc.vib-UGent.be Guiding scientist: Jolien Souffriau: Jolien.Souffriau@irc.vib-UGent.be If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Medicinoxy

Job description

We are looking for a motivated scientist to start a new PhD project on “Zinc as a key determinant in susceptibility for sepsis via impact on intestinal cells, metabolism and microbiome.”

Research context:

Zinc is an essential metal, absolutely required for an optimal immune system. In large parts of the world, people suffer from mild to serious Zn deficiency, which is supposed to have a major impact on the risk for lethal acute inflammation such as sepsis. In this project, we will address the molecular biology behind the protective activities of Zn, making use of mutant mice, sepsis models, RNASEQ, CHIPSEQ and many more modern genetic techniques. We will focus on the intestinal epithelium, metabolism and microbiome and cross-talk between the major Zn sensing transcription factor MTF1 and glucocorticoids.

Profile of the candidate

Be highly motivated to work in the frontline of worldwide biomedical research
You have a passion for inflammatory research and science in general
good writing and communication skills in English
practical experience in immunology is a plus
You have recently obtained or will soon be obtaining a master diploma (*) from one of the countries of the European Union or the European Economic Area (**) or Switzerland in biomedical sciences, bio-engineering, biotechnology, medicine or any related discipline, preferably with very good study results. * with the exclusion of master-after-master diplomas as described in the Higher Education Register (www.hogeronderwijsregister.be) ** The EU countries plus Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein.
You are eligible. More details see http://www.fwo.be/en/fellowships-funding/phd-fellowships/doctoral-%28phd%29-grant-strategic-basic-research-%28sb%29/
The candidate should have well-developed social skills and be able to work in a team

We offer:

a great project for a Doctoral (PhD) grant strategic basic research (SB) (former IWT)
working in a stimulating multicultural environment
you will have access to cutting-edge technologies, personal career assistance, a strong focus on technology transfer and multiple chances to attend high level training courses and conferences

How to apply

Motivated candidates are asked to apply online. See http://www.vib.be/en/jobs/Pages/PhD-Position-in-Molecular-Genetics.aspx

For all enquiries (conditions, timing, backup, guidance, technology etc), contact promotor and/or guiding scientist, as soon as possible and no later than September 1, 2016.

Promoter: Prof. Claude Libert: Claude.Libert@irc.vib-UGent.be

Guiding scientist: Jolien Souffriau: Jolien.Souffriau@irc.vib-UGent.be

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Medicinoxy