项目介绍

2024年6月21日

Your function

We are looking for a motivated Postdoc with a strong background in advanced human cell culture systems, including organoids, and in molecular toxicology.

Your duties

• Development of induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived liver models, including organoids derived of hepatocytes and non-parenchymal cells
• Characterisation of functional phase I and II metabolism
• Data analysis and integration of several toxicology assays, including Seahorse bioanalyser (mitochondria toxicity) and transcriptomics datasets
• High Content Imaging
• Publish scientific articles and present research results at conferences;
• Supervision of MSc and BSc students and co-supervision of PhD candidates
• Collaborate within the team and with other international researchers

Your profile

• PhD obtained within the last 5 years within the discipline of  either toxicology, pharmacology, cell -or developmental-biology or a related discipline;
• Strong expertise in 3D human cell culture and iPSC, ideally with liver models
• Background in toxicology and mechanistic assays
• Aptitude for data handling and analysis; Transcriptomics analysis is a plus
• Experience with analytical methods (LC-MS) is an advantage
• Good communication, organizational and social skills;
• High proficiency in speaking and writing in the English language;
• Team player with the ability to work independently;
• Strong motivation for scientific research

As a university, we strive for equal opportunities for all, recognising that diversity takes many forms. We believe that diversity in all its complexity is invaluable for the quality of our teaching, research and service. We are always looking for talent with diverse backgrounds and experiences. This also means that we are committed to creating an inclusive community so that we can use diversity as an asset.

We realise that each individual brings a unique set of skills, expertise and mindset. Therefore we are happy to invite anyone who recognises themselves in the profile to apply, even if you do not meet all the requirements.