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Doctoral scholarship airway epithelium biology in chronic lung disease
– University of Antwerp. The Lung research Antwerp group within the Department of Antwerp Surgical Training, Anatomy and Research Centre in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is seeking a full-time doctoral scholarship holder in the field of airway epithelium biology in chronic lung disease.
The University of Antwerp is a dynamic, forward-thinking European university with a large, international staff and student body. The Doctoral scholarship aims to advance understanding of the role of the airway epithelium in the early development of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, using a unique collection of human lung explants and matched primary epithelium cells. The position includes training and conducting research using an air-liquid interface cell culture model, with readouts including protein and RNA measurements, RNA and single-cell sequencing, and validation on human lung samples.
Responsibilities
Actively work on the preparation and defence of a PhD thesis in the field of airway epithelial biology in chronic lung disease, funded by FWO.
Harvest, grow, and perform stimulation and inhibition experiments using an innovative air-liquid interface cell culture model.
Conduct readouts including ELISA, PCR, RNA sequencing, and single-cell sequencing; perform validation experiments on characterized human lung samples.
Publish scientific articles related to the research project.
Qualifications
Master's degree in medicine, biomedical sciences, biology, biochemistry, bio-engineering or a similar field, or expect to obtain it by the start date.
Teaching competences aligned with the University of Antwerp’s educational vision.
Demonstrated attention to quality, integrity, creativity, and cooperation.
Team player with relevant experience in primary cell culture is advantageous; interest in analyzing sequencing datasets is desirable.
What we offer
Doctoral scholarship for 2 years, with potential renewal for another 2 years following positive evaluation.
Planned start date: 1 September 2026 or as soon as possible after that date.
Monthly scholarship amount according to doctoral scholarship guidelines.
Benefits: ecocheques, internet-connectivity allowance, bicycle allowance or full reimbursement of public transport costs for commuting, access to courses through the Antwerp Doctoral School.
Work location primarily at Campus Drie Eiken in a dynamic, stimulating environment.
Application
You can apply via the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform by the deadline: 27 May 2026 (Brussels time). xphnsxz Include the following attachments: a motivation letter and your academic CV. The selection committee reviews applications as soon as possible after the deadline; eligible applicants will be informed about the next steps in the process.
Job details
Title: Doctoral scholarship airway epithelium biology in chronic lung disease
Closing dates: 2026-05-12; 2 :59 (Europe/Brussels) or as indicated
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