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Senior researcher corneal endothelial tissue engineering
- University of Antwerp
- Wilrijk
- Fixed-term
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Benefits- Group insurance
- Meal vouchers
- Internet cost / Subscription
- Parking
- Public transport contribution
- Eco Cheque
- Training
- Additional paid leave
- Remote work
- Laboratory Experimentation:
- Conduct experiments related to bioengineered cornea...
- Design and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) to perform a range of laboratory techniques,...
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- Fixed-term
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Senior researcher corneal endothelial tissue engineering
Senior researcher corneal endothelial tissue engineering
Job description
- Laboratory Experimentation:
- Conduct experiments related to bioengineered cornea transplantation under the supervision of a senior researcher.
- Design and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) to perform a range of laboratory techniques, including cell culture and tissue engineering, and related analyses such as qPCR, immunohistochemistry and histology.
- Data Collection and Analysis:
- Record and organize experimental data accurately.
- Assist in the analysis and interpretation of experimental results.
- Collaborate with the research team to troubleshoot and optimize experimental protocols.
- Equipment Maintenance:
- Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results.
- Troubleshoot and address technical issues with laboratory instruments.
- Documentation and Reporting:
- Prepare detailed experimental reports, including methodologies, results, and conclusions.
- Maintain comprehensive laboratory notebooks in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including researchers, clinicians, to achieve project goals.
- Communicate effectively with project consortium and provide regular updates on project progress.
Profile
- A professional bachelor’s degree in biomedical laboratory sciences, molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, or related disciplines.
- Background or strong interest in ophthalmology, corneal transplantation and tissue engineering
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with an ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Since the candidate will most likely be involved in experiments with laboratory animals, a FELASA B certificate is desired.
- Demonstrated proficiency in laboratory techniques relevant to cell biology, cell culture or tissue engineering
- You are proficient in Microsoft 365.
- You have good oral and written knowledge of English, Dutch.
- You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity and cooperation.
- You have strong skills in planning and organisation.
Offer
- Group insurance
- Meal vouchers
- Internet cost / Subscription
- Parking
- Public transport contribution
- Eco Cheque
- Training
- Additional paid leave
- Remote work
- We offer a temporary contract for a period of 1year with the possibility of renewal for the entire project (4 years).
- You will receive a gross monthly salary within pay band 4.1-6.1 of the pay scales of the Administrative and Technical Staff. Your entry-level grade depends on your relevant professional experience.
- You will receive meal vouchers, ecocheques, and a bicycle allowance or a full reimbursement of public transport costs for commuting.
- We offer flexible working hours.
- You will have 40 days of annual leave and collective leave for 1 week when the university is closed, between Christmas and New Year.
- You will do most of your work at Campus Drie Eiken (Wilrijk) in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.
- Find out more about working at the University of Antwerp here and discover all the other benefits.
Want to apply?
- You can apply for this vacancy through the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform up to and including January 20 2025 (by midnight Brussels time). Click on the 'Apply' button and complete the online application form. Be sure to include the following attachments:
- a motivation letter
- your academic CV
- The selection committee reviews all applications as soon as possible after the application deadline. As soon as a decision is made, we will notify you. If you are still eligible after the pre-selection, you will be informed about the possible next step(s) in the selection procedure.
- If you have any questions about the online application form, please check the frequently asked questions or send an email to Show emailaddress. If you have any questions about the job itself, please contact dr. Bert Van den Bogerd, senior researcher, Show emailaddress or dr. Debbie Leblon, senior researcher, Show emailaddress
The University of Antwerp received the European Commission’s HR Excellence in Research Award for its HR policy. We are a sustainable, family-friendly organisation which invests in its employees’ growth. We encourage diversity and attach great importance to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities, regardless of gender identity, disability, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and with diverse characteristics to apply.
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