Principal Investigator Positions in Inflammation Research

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The **VIB Center for Inflammation Research (IRC)** is seeking **2-3 outstanding Principal Investigators** to establish ambitious and independent research groups in the broad field of **inflammation biology**. We welcome scientists with innovative, high-impact ideas that **complement and expand IRC’s expertise**. **About VIB & IRC**: The **VIB Center for Inflammation Research (IRC)**is hosted at **Ghent University**and **Vrije Universiteit Brussel**and currently includes **20+ Principal Investigators and 450 scientists**from around the world. IRC investigates the **molecular and cellular mechanisms of inflammation**, including inter - and intracellular signaling, immune cell biology, barrier tissue function, and the transition from homeostasis to disease. IRC combines **molecular biotechnology, structural biology, cell biology, immunology, mouse genetics, bioinformatics, and translational clinical studies**. Several IRC PIs hold clinical appointments and actively bridge **fundamental insights with therapeutic innovation and biotech development**. **Profile**: We are looking for **creative, ambitious scientists**who combine **scientific excellence with leadership and collaboration**: - PhD or MD/PhD in the **Life Sciences**: - An **internationally competitive scientific track record**in areas related to inflammation and immunity - Leadership skills or strong interest in **mentoring and coaching junior scientists**: - Ambition to pursue **innovative, high-impact research**: - Motivation to secure **competitive external funding**(e.g. ERC or other international programs) - Interest in **outreach**and contributing to a **dynamic, collaborative scientific community**: - Excellent **communication skills in English**: - Willingness to gradually take on **teaching and mentoring duties**(undergraduate, graduate, postdoctoral) - **International research experience**(>3 years outside Belgium) is considered an asset - We especially encourage **female and underrepresented scientists**to apply **The Opportunity**: - **Cell death and tissue homeostasis**: - **Intracellular signaling pathways in immunity**: - **Mechanisms of chronic or acute inflammation**: - ** Translational approaches to inflammatory disease** **We offer**: - **Full salary and core funding**for an initial five-year period - An **attractive employment package**, including excellent health benefits - An initial **10% professorship appointment**at the host university (+support to obtain a B2 Dutch certificate within 5 years for non-native speakers) - Dedicated **lab space**with access to** core IRC equipment and infrastructure**: - Access to in-house **state-of-the-art core facilities**that also offer staff training - A **vibrant, collaborative, and internationally recognized research environment**that attracts the best students - Broad **administrative and accounting support**: - **Continuous training opportunities**(scientific, entrepreneurship, leadership, grant writing, etc.) - A workplace that **values diversity and promotes inclusion** **How to apply?**: Please submit as a **single PDF**: - Cover letter and **CV**(including full publication list) - **Summary of past achievements**: - **2-3 page research vision**(highlighting innovation and complementarity with IRC) - Names and contact details of **three references



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