Overview
KU Leuven is an autonomous university. It was founded in 1425. It was born of and has grown within the Catholic tradition.
Looking for a postdoctoral position that merges science, stem cell research and obesity at a top-ranked university in the heart of Europe.
Responsibilities
* Design and execute high-quality experiments
* Help with data interpretation and contribute to the publication of project results
* Closely supervise and collaborate with PhDs, technicians and master students involved in the project
* Communicate research findings at national and international meetings
Profile
* PhD in biomedical sciences, bioengineering, biotechnology, pharmaceutical sciences, nutrition or related field
* Strong interest in fundamental mechanisms of disease
* Good academic performance at MSc and PhD level
* Published articles as first author
* Proficiency in written and spoken English
* Creative with a strong interest in innovation
* Able to integrate in an international working environment
Offer
* Excellent guidance in a dynamic multidisciplinary team
* Support to submit and lead research proposals
* High level scientific training in a top-ranked university
* A 2 year position, with an initial contract of 1 year
* A challenging job in a dynamic and international environment
Interested?
Please send your CV and motivation letter to Prof. I. Depoortere (inge.depoortere@kuleuven.be)
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Job details
Title
Postdoctoral scientist: microbiota-stem cell crosstalk: uncovering how gut microbiota guide intestinal renewal in organoids from patients with obesity
2026-05-22 23:59 (Europe/Brussels) / 2026-05-22 23:59 (CET)
Closing dates
* Closing on: 2026-05-10 (Europe/Brussels)
* Closing on: 2026-04-30 (Europe/Brussels)
* Closing on: 2026-05-21 (Europe/Brussels)
* Closing on: 2026-05-29 (Europe/Brussels)
* Closing on: 2026-05-02 (Europe/Brussels)
* Closing on: 2026-05-02 (Europe/Brussels)
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