The Department of Medical Genetics and the Department of Vaccinology and Infectious Diseases, both affiliated with the University of Antwerp, have a vacant position for a
PhD student in immunogenetics
You perform wet lab experiments in preparation of immunosequencing experiments. You optimize and validate a highly innovative, next generation sequencing based method for T cell and RNA sequencing. You analyze the resulting data in close collaboration with a dedicated bio-informatician and domain experts to interpret your findings and improve your workflow. You collaborate with researchers in different disciplines (from computational sciences to clinicians) within a large immunosequencing consortium.
Your Profile:
- Master in biomedical sciences, biochemistry, biotechnology, biology or bio-engineering, with outstanding study results.
- A good knowledge of next generation sequencing techniques, including data analysis, is an important asset.
- Previous experience with or background in the field of immunology is a bonus.
- You are fluent in interdisciplinary English communication, quality-oriented and creative, and eager to emerge in new scientific disciplines.
We offer:
- A doctoral student research position for a period of four years, in case of positive evaluation after the first year, starting from March 1st, 2015 (or August 1st if needed).
- An exciting research opportunity to complete a PhD in a dynamic, stimulating, multidisciplinary and multinational work environment.
Interested?
Applicants are invited to send a motivation letter and detailed CV (incl. courses, grades, previous work, publications) to Dr. Benson Ogunjimi (benson.ogunjimi@uantwerpen.be) BEFORE February 1st 2015. Do not hesitate to contact us in advance for more information.
