Job Description
Job description
ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY
Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 15.000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, as well as technical and social service provision on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities.
With its 11 faculties and more than 85 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its staff and students.
For the Liver Research Center, Ghent, we are looking for a m/f/x
Doctoral fellow
YOUR JOB
- We are seeking a motivated and talented PhD student with a (bio)medical background and a strong interest in biomarker research.
- This translational research project focuses on exploring the potential of glycomics-based biomarkers in the rare liver disease Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC).
- This project is embedded in a well-established research line and offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-impact study that could significantly improve the understanding and care of PSC patients.
- 🔬 What You’ll Do
Conduct translational research with a focus on data analysis and biomarker discovery
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of researchers and clinicians
• Engage with the International PSC Study Group, a global research consortium
• Work in both wet lab and database-driven environments, with a primary focus on data - The goal of this work is to obtain a PhD
Job profile
- You hold a Master’s degree (preferably) in medicine, biomedical sciences, pharmacy or a related field
- A strong interest in liver disease, biomarkers, and translational research
- Motivation, enthusiasm, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Prior experience in laboratory or data analysis work is a plus but not required
- Knowledge of Dutch is an advantage
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- We offer a full-time position as a doctoral fellow, consisting of an initial period of 12 months, which – after a positive evaluation, will be extended to a total maximum of 48 months.
- Your contract will start on September 1, 2025 at the earliest.
- The fellowship amount is 100% of the net salary of an AAP member in equal family circumstances. The individual fellowship amount is determined by Team Personnel Administration based on family status and seniority. A grant that meets the conditions and criteria of the regulations for doctoral fellowships is considered free of personal income tax. Click here for more information about our salary scales
- All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff benefits.
How to apply
Send your CV, copy of your diploma (if already in your possession) and a motivation letter to xavier.verhelst@ugent.be
We do not accept late applications.
For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Xavier Verhelst, (xavier.verhelst@ugent.be, +32(0)9/3322371)
