• A full-time PhD research contract for one year with the possibility to extend (at least) 3 more years thereafter. The position is immediately available. You are stimulated to apply for a predoctoral fellowship.
• The opportunity to work on a high impact, beyond state-of-the-art project with experienced mentors in a successful team. 
• We support PhD students with excellent (daily) guidance and training, and provide the opportunity to participate in (inter)national collaborations and conferences.
• A stimulating international, multidisciplinary and dynamic research environment where quality, professionalism and collaborative team spirit are encouraged.

• You have an excellent academic record and hold a Master's degree in any area of biology or biomedical sciences. Candidates who have not yet completed their master's thesis at the time of this application are encouraged to apply.
• Previous laboratory hands-on experience with cell culture and biochemical assays is desired, but not essential. Experience with laboratory animals  and holding a Felasa B certificate is also a plus.
• You are a proactive, ambitious, dynamic person and show spirit for initiative and problem-solving. You take great care and precision in your work, and are able to work independently but also as part of a team.
• You have excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

For more information please contact Prof. dr. Rik Lories, tel.: +32 16 37 26 73, mail: rik.lories@kuleuven.be or Prof. dr. Silvia Monteagudo, tel.: +32 16 37 27 34, mail: silvia.monteagudo@kuleuven.be.Please send a copy of your application to silvia.monteagudo@kuleuven.be  and rik.lories@kuleuven.be, which should include 1) a full CV including previous research experience 2) a concise cover letter describing your motivation, career objectives and contact details of 2 professional references.
You can apply for this job no later than 01/06/2024 via the online application tool