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The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is looking for a full-time PhD researcher in the field of Neuro-endocrine Tumor (NET) Oncogenetics.
Position
1. You will actively conduct research leading to a PhD thesis, focused on the analysis of the germline sequencing results in the NEN Genome project, as well as translating these findings into clinical impact.
2. You will publish scientific articles related to the research project.
3. You will carry out a limited number of teaching and research support tasks.
4. You present your work at national and international workshops and conferences.
Profile
5. You hold a Master degree in Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Biomedical Engineering or equivalent from a European university, or you will have obtained it by the time you start.
6. You can demonstrate excellent study results (at least ‘distinction’ or equivalent high academic performance).
7. Your research qualities are in line with the faculty and .
8. You have good communication and interpersonal skills.
9. You have good knowledge of English (both written and spoken).
10. Must have: a proactive attitude, a strong passion for science, and an interest in working on an international project.
11. Nice to have: experience in Genetics, Bioinformatics, Oncology or research.
What we offer
12. We offer a doctoral scholarship for a period of one year. Following a positive evaluation, the scholarship can be renewed for an additional term of three years (total tenure of max. 4 years).
13. The planned start date is 01/10/ or as soon as possible after that date.
14. Your monthly scholarship amount is calculated according to the for doctoral scholarship holders.
15. As a doctoral researcher, you will have access to a wide and varied range of courses and an educational credit through the .
16. You will do most of your work at the Antwerp University Hospital or Center of Medical Genetics Antwerp in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.
17. Find out more about working at the University of Antwerp .
18. The selection committee reviews new applications on a bi-weekly basis. 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 next steps in the selection procedure.