Professor in Comparative Oncology

ph3Professor in Comparative Oncology (BOF) (29971) /h3 pGhent University is a world‑class, open, pluralistic and socially engaged university. /p pbASSIGNMENT /b /p pYou will be part of the Department of Veterinary and Biosciences, specifically the Biochemistry research group. The position, funded by the Special Research Fund, is granted the privilege of focusing primarily on research for a 5‑year period. During that period the teaching load will be limited to no more than 8 ECTS credits per semester on average over a period of 3 years. /p pbACADEMIC RESEARCH /b /p pYou will conduct innovative and internationally recognised research in comparative oncology and supervise PhD candidates and master’s thesis students. /p pbACADEMIC EDUCATION /b /p pYou will teach several courses in the first and second years of the Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (e.g., Bio‑organic Chemistry, Biochemistry I, Biochemistry II) and will later take on full responsibility for these courses. /p pbINSTITUTIONAL AND SOCIETAL ENGAGEMENT /b /p pBased on your expertise you will contribute to university operations and undertake external assignments, including internal and external services of the Biochemistry research group. /p pbPROFILE /b /p ul liYou have a strong academic CV with international visibility in oncological research within veterinary medicine: ul liKnowledge of innovations in contemporary cancer research. /li liAchievements in research and education (publications, presentations, etc.). /li liAbility to initiate and supervise projects and secure funding. /li liStrong didactic and communication skills. /li liExperience supervising PhD and master’s students and commitment to a supportive work environment. /li liMobility and participation in internationalisation activities are recommended. /li liExperience with valorisation of research findings is considered an asset. /li /ul /li liYou work collaboratively and integrate smoothly into the department/faculty, seeking opportunities both inside and outside the university and actively use your network. /li liYou show leadership potential or have leadership experience. /li liIf you do not know Dutch, you are willing to learn it; Dutch or English will be required for teaching. /li /ul pbAPPOINTMENT INFORMATION /b /p pYou will receive a temporary appointment in a tenure‑track system for 5 years, with the possibility of transition to a permanent associate professor after a positive evaluation. The term of office may be altered upon transition. /p pbOUR OFFER /b /p pGhent University offers a supportive career model, academic freedom, and a range of employee benefits. New appointments receive a starting grant of €240,000 to support personnel, operating, and equipment costs. Eligible professors may also be eligible for basic research funding. /p pbDIVERSITY /b /p ul liGhent University pursues an equal‑opportunity policy and values talents regardless of gender, age, philosophy of life, skin colour, sexual orientation, migration background, or disability. /li liThe university encourages a gender balance, giving priority to under‑represented groups when qualifications are equal. /li liInterruptions in research careers and atypical career paths are taken into account. /li /ul pbSELECTION PROCEDURE /b /p ul liInitial substantive screening of admissible applications. /li liShortlisted candidates will undergo a selection interview, a trial lesson in the relevant field, and a leadership screening. /li /ul pbADMISSION REQUIREMENTS /b /p ul liDoctorate in a relevant discipline (veterinary medicine, medicine, biomedical sciences, bioscience engineering, or pharmaceutical sciences) or equivalent diploma. /li liAt least two years of post‑doctoral experience by the date of appointment. /li liSubmission of a complete application via e‑recruitment, including application form, diploma transcript, and requested certificates. /li /ul pbHOW TO APPLY /b /p pApply online through the e‑recruitment system before the application deadline. Provide the required documents as described. /p pFor further information or contact regarding the vacancy, please email Professor Dr. Ann Martens ( ). /p /p