Postdoctoral Researcher (27880)

→  Apply before 21/10/2024 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time)→  Faculty of Sciences→  Department: WE07 – Organische en Macromoleculaire Chemie→  Occupancy rate: 100%→  Number of positions: 1→  Type of employment: Contract of limited duration→  Term of assignment: 1 jaar→  Wage scale: PD1 to PD4 (doctoral degree)→  Required diploma: PhD
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 80 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.
YOUR TASKS
We are seeking a motivated postdoctoral researcher with entrepreneurial skills and ambitions to join our team in a unique and challenging role focused on the translation of a biosynthetic corneal endothelium from bench to bedside. The candidate should be eager to launch and subsequently join a spin-off company to bring this cutting-edge therapy to the market/clinic. The successful candidate will work at the intersection of academia and industry, contributing to the practical application of research findings, considering regulatory aspects (GMP, GLP, accreditation, etc.) and driving the commercialization and clinical translation of a novel therapeutic approach. The post-doctoral researcher to be appointed at UGent will be in charge of all material- and chemistry-related considerations.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
– You hold a Master’s degree or a thesis-based doctorate.
– Ph.D. in a relevant field (e.g., chemistry, chemical engineering).
– Proven track record or huge motivation for translational research, with a focus on bringing novel materials to the clinic.
– Strong entrepreneurial (non-academic) mindset and a demonstrated interest in commercialization and business development.
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both academic and industry partners.
– Experience in project management and a track record of successfully leading research teams.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
– We offer you a contract of definite duration for the period from 1/11/2024 till 31/10/2025.
– Your contract will start on 1/11/2024 at the earliest.
– Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale WM1 to WM4 (if you hold a Master’s degree) or salary scale PD1 to PD4 (if you hold a doctorate).  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.
INTERESTED?
Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not submitted through the online system.
Your application must include the following documents:
– In the field ‘CV’: your CV and an overview of your study results (merged into one pdf file)
– In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format
– In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages.
– In the field “other documents”: a reference letter, an overview of your study results,  …
Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.
As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Sandra Van Vlierberghe ([email protected]), +32(0)9/264 45 08). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.
Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact us via [email protected] or +32 9 264 34 36