A 2- to 4-year position is immediately available for a postdoctoral scientist to conduct a research project in the field of cancer omics. The candidate will run metabolomics studies including LC-MS analysis using a Orbitrap Exploris 240 recently installed in the lab. He/she will also be involved in lipidomics research in collaboration with the KULeuven platform Lipometrix and transcriptomic studies (Macrogen fees-for-service). A local biostatistics team will provide analytical support.
The work will be related to different aspects of the tumor metabolism including how metabolic preferences are dictated by the tumor microenvironment, impact on anti-cancer immune cell response or are regulated by fluctuating access to nutrients throughout the day. More details will be given during the interview procedure.
E-mail olivier.feron@uclouvain.be
Research Field Medical sciences » Cancer research
Education Level PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates who have prior experience with mass spectrometry (MS), particularly in the context of metabolomics research.
Specific Requirements
Good communication skills (english) and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team will also be very much appreciated. The ability to contribute to a positive and productive research atmosphere will be highly valued.
Languages ENGLISH
Level Good
Research Field Medical sciences » Cancer research
Selection process
Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a very brief statement of research interests and the names of two references to Prof. Olivier FERON (olivier.feron@uclouvain.be).
Pre-selected candidates (only) will be invited for a remote interview within 72 hours of receiving their application. Short-listed candidates will then be invited for an on-site interview.
Number of offers available 1
Company/Institute UCLouvain
Country Belgium
City Brussels
Postal Code 1200
Street 57B Avenue Hippocrate B1.57.04
City Brussels
Street Avenue Hippocrate 57 box B1.57.04
Postal Code 1200
E-Mail olivier.feron@uclouvain.be
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