About Job
The Department of Chemistry at the Faculty of Sciences and Bioengineering Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (Belgium), seeks a grant-funded postdoctoral researcher.
A full-time postdoctoral scholarship will be offered to you for a period of 12 months (with the possibility of extension to a maximum of 36 months, contingent upon a favorable assessment of your research activities), with an anticipated start date of 1/3/2025.
Description of Job
- The creation of new ligands that target G protein-coupled receptors and other extracellular and intracellular target proteins, as well as the ensuing fragment-based drug discovery, will be the focus of your work.
- Design and synthesis of peptide-based ligands, including solid phase chemistry, organic synthesis of unique amino acids, and any other necessary chemical changes.
- You will take the lead in discussions that direct these ligands’ design and optimization.
- In addition to conducting research, you will help supervise predoctoral and master’s level students.
Qualification/Profile
- A doctorate in Science /biological or medical sciences
- Expertise in conducting experiments
- Possessing solid-phase peptide synthesis experience is advantageous.
- History of presentations at international conferences and publications in international peer-reviewed journals.
- Proficiency in the English language is necessary.
- Minimal knowledge of supervising students.
- Dynamic, adaptable, and accuracy-focused work style.
- Outstanding oral and written communication and presentation abilities.
- You did not work or study in Belgium during the three years prior to the start date, and you spent at least 12 months of those years overseas. Short-term visits to Belgium, such as vacations, conference attendance, or a brief stay to get ready for your postdoctoral research stay, are permitted during these 12 months.
How to Apply
Apply through jobs.vub.be by no later than February 15, 2025, and attach the following files:
- your resume with all of your publications,
- your motivation letter,
- a recommendation letter from your previous PhD sponsor or principal investigator
- your diploma (not applicable to VUB alumni).
Do you have inquiries concerning the nature of the work? Reach out to Steven Ballet at 026293292 or steven.ballet@vub.be.