Professorship in microbial gene editing
Il y a 3 mois
You have a strong international academic track-record and a proven ability to develop and lead a top-level research program, as reflected by breakthrough publications in the top journals in the field of genetics and biotechnology, preferably in the field of microbial genome editing. Proven success in independently acquiring research funding and managing a research team is also a requirement.The candidate has strong organisational skills and a cooperative attitude. A good command of English is required. Since the official language of KU Leuven is Dutch and the bachelor level education is mostly in Dutch, you are expected to acquire a profound knowledge of Dutch after a few years. If needed, and after your start at KU Leuven, language training can be provided to give you the opportunity to learn Dutch to the required level.
In the Centre of Microbial and Plant Genetics, Department of Microbial and Molecular Systems, Faculty of Bioscience Engineering of KU Leuven, a full-time tenure-track faculty position in microbial gene editing is available for applicants that have an appointment as group leader at the VIB (Vlaams Instituut voor Biotechnologie) – KU Leuven Center for Microbiology. We are looking for internationally oriented candidates with an excellent research record and with educational competence within the field of microbial gene editing, with special emphasis on novel high-throughput editing technologies that allow studying complex genetics in eukaryotic microbial model systems.The research unit consists of 10 professors active in biological and biotechnological research. This includes fundamental microbial research into bacterial physiology and yeast genetics, as well as applied research in fermentation and management of bacterial infections and contaminations. Further, several groups work on the development and application of advanced computational biology analyses. Three groups are part of the VIB virtual research institute. The unit provides teaching in the Bachelor of Bioscience Engineering and in several master programs, in particular the Master of Cellular and Genetic Engineering, and the Master of Bioinformatics, which attract high numbers of students. The faculty is well known for the high level of its students. In addition to becoming embedded in the Centre of Microbial and Plant Genetics, the candidate also needs to hold or be selected for a Group Leader Position at the VIB – KU Leuven Center for Microbiology. The KU Leuven - VIB Center for Microbiology aims to be a global leader in the broad field of microbiology. The goal is 1) to contribute to our understanding of microbial physiology, genetics, evolution and ecology, for both benign and pathogenic microbes; 2) to use microbes as models to unravel general biological mechanisms; 3) develop innovative technologies and 4) pursue industrial and clinical applications of microbes, microbial communities and microbial products, including novel antibiotics, probiotics and the development of superior microbes and microbial communities for a more sustainable, climate-neutral bio-based society. For more information, see:We are offering full-time employment in an intellectually challenging environment. KU Leuven is a research-intensive, internationally oriented university that carries out both fundamental and applied scientific research. Our university is highly inter- and multidisciplinary focused and strives for international excellence. Research funding will be offered through the VIB-KU Leuven Center for Microbiology. Further, you will be based in a shared laboratory space and have access to shared equipment and core facilities (in some cases service fees apply).
Depending on your record and qualifications, you will be appointed to or tenured in one of the grades of the senior academic staff: assistant professor, associate professor, professor or full professor. In principle, junior researchers are appointed as assistant professor on the tenure track for a period of 5 years; after this period and a positive evaluation, they are permanently appointed (or tenured) as an associate professor. You work in Leuven, a historic, dynamic and lively city located in the heart of Belgium, within 20 minutes from Brussels, the capital of the European Union, and less than two hours from Paris, London and Amsterdam. The CMPG is located in the castle Arenberg campus, just outside the city centre. Depending on your record and qualifications, you will be appointed to or tenured in one of the grades of the senior academic staff: assistant professor, associate professor, professor or full professor. In principle, junior researchers are appointed as assistant professor on the tenure track for a period of 5 years; after this period and a positive evaluation, they are permanently appointed (or tenured) as an associate professor. KU Leuven is well set to welcome foreign professors and their family and provides practical support with regard to immigration & administration, housing, childcare, learning Dutch, partner career coaching, … To facilitate scientific onboarding and accelerate research in the first phase a starting grant [of 110.000 euro] is offered to new professors without substantial other funding, appointed for at least 50%.
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