Research Manager, Infla-Med Centre of Excellence

Let’s shape the future - University of AntwerpThe is a dynamic, forward-thinking, European university. We offer an innovative academic education to more than students, conduct pioneering scientific research and play an important service-providing role in society. We are one of the largest, most international and most innovative employers in the region. With more than employees from different countries, we are helping to build tomorrow's world every day. Through top scientific research, we push back boundaries and set a course for the future – a future that you can help to shape. Infla-Med focuses on inflammatory diseases by investigating common pathophysiological mechanisms that are potential targets for clinical application. To this end, Infla-Med focuses on three pathophysiological mechanisms: cell death signaling, barrier function, and immune modulation. Disruptions in these processes can induce inflammation and eventually disease. It prioritizes advanced preclinical research and personalized medicine, leveraging strong in-house expertise and infrastructure that spans the full biomedical research chain—from basic science to drug and biomarker development. Infla-Med emphasizes translational impact by integrating clinical expertise and promoting collaboration between researchers and clinicians to accelerate bench-to-bedside innovation. Finally, the center seeks to enhance its global impact by fostering strategic partnerships with leading research institutions and centers of excellence in related fields. Through these efforts, Infla-Med has positioned itself as a key player in tackling unmet medical needs in inflammation and associated diseases. Within this new framework, we are seeking to fill a vacancy ( %) for aResearch Manager, Infla-Med Centre of ExcellenceJob descriptionYou provide support in the development, writing, and preparation of research projects: this includes projects funded by local (e.g., BOF, IOF), national (e.g., FWO, private channels), and international (e.g., European Commission) funding bodies.You identify suitable funding channels based on a solid understanding of ongoing research lines and expertise within the broad domain of inflammation, immunology, and cell death.You also encourage researchers to explore new funding opportunities together and guide them through the application process.You will follow up innovations in research of inflammatory diseases, cell death and barrier dysfunction.You develop — or already possess — a strong understanding of the objectives of various project calls.Project management: once a project is approved, you help track its progress and report back to the funding organization. You do this by working closely with the different research teams at Infla-Med and agreeing on your role in each project together with the scientific supervisor(s).You collaborate closely with other key stakeholders in the university's research policy, including RIVA, the Centres of Excellence, the Technology Transfer Office, lead managers for strategic domains, and departmental research coordinators.You will extend the international networks of the consortium and identify new opportunities. You will assist with the coordination of international projects.You will organize seminars and symposia on inflammation-related topics.You will support PhD students and postdocs to obtain external funding and prepare their defenses.You will coordinate the quarterly meetings of the consortium.Profile You hold a doctoral degree (PhD) in life sciencesYou have experience in writing research grants, preferably in an international context.You have good knowledge of techniques used in life science research.You are highly motivated and eager to engage in several scientific projects.You have experience in communicating scientific research to a broad audience beyond the purely scientific aspects.Your research qualities are in line with the faculty and .You can work in a group as well as on your own initiative.You have good written and spoken communication skills. You can speak and write fluently inYou are proactive, communicative, and focused on quality and collaboration.You excel in building positive working relationships, thanks to your outstanding communication and people skills.You excel at providing direction, coordinating, organizing, and planning.What we offerWe offer a contract as a BAP researcher manager for a period of 6 years (positive evaluation required after first year).The planned start date is January 1st or as soon as possible after that date.Your gross monthly salary is calculated according to the for a doctoral assistant in the Contract Research Staff category (Dutch: Bijzonder Academisch Personeel, BAP).You will receive ecocheques, Internet-connectivity allowance, a group insurance, an income protection insurance, and a bicycle allowance or a full reimbursement of public transport costs for commuting.You will do most of your work at Campus Drie Eiken in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.Find out more about working at the University of Antwerp .The selection committee reviews all applications as soon as possible after the application deadline. As soon as a decision is made, we will notify you. If you are still eligible after the pre-selection, you will be informed about the possible next step(s) in the selection procedure.