Doctoral Fellow - Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology
Join a cutting-edge research team exploring the dark proteome.
Best for:Best for candidates with a strong background in molecular biology and hands-on laboratory experience.
Overview
This position offers an opportunity to work as a doctoral fellow at Ghent University within the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology. The research focuses on the functional characterization of microproteins in Salmonella enterica using thermal proteome profiling. Candidates will engage in interdisciplinary research, collaborating with experts in molecular microbiology and computational protein design. The role includes developing experimental protocols, validating protein interactions, and participating in a structured doctoral training program.
What you'll do
- Develop and standardize protocols for thermal proteome profiling.
- Integrate data from thermal proteome profiling with protein structure predictions.
- Validate protein interactions using biophysical methods.
- Collaborate with network partners to share workflows and datasets.
- Participate in training programs and workshops as part of the doctoral network.
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; good written and spoken proficiency
Instruction: English
- Hands-on laboratory experience in protein biochemistry or mass spectrometry
- Ability to work with quantitative data
- Strong motivation for interdisciplinary research
- Must not hold a doctoral degree
- Must not have resided in Belgium for more than 12 months in the last 36 months
- Candidates of any nationality may apply
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-22T23:59:00+00:00 (Europe/Brussels)
Applications must be submitted through the central hiring platform linked from the project website. Candidates can rank up to three projects in order of preference. The application includes eligibility questions, a checklist of techniques, a motivation letter, a CV, and contact details for two referees.
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Eligibility checklist
- Contact details for two referees
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