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The IBD Leuven group (Department of Chronic Diseases and Metabolism) is an internationally recognized research group that combines leading clinical care with translational research in inflammatory bowel diseases. Our focus is on genetics, immunology, the microbiome, and nutrition, supported by advanced techniques such as metabolomics, single-cell omics, and functional ex vivo models. We combine this expertise with clinical depth and an extensive biobank that offers unique research opportunities. As a PhD student, you will become part of a close-knit, multidisciplinary team of physicians, paramedics, laboratory technicians, biomedical scientists, and bioinformaticians. Project Our research group is seeking a motivated PhD student to conduct translational research into complications of Crohn’s disease. This chronic bowel disease is characterized by inflammation and fibrosis, which leads to intestinal strictures and the need for surgery in many patients. Both the development of fibrotic strictures and postoperative relapse, which occurs very frequently after resection, are clinical problems for which the underlying molecular mechanisms are still insufficiently understood. This PhD project investigates how interactions between intestinal contents, intestinal tissue, and mesenteric adipose tissue (the so-called “creeping fat”) contribute to both complications. Using single-nuclei epigenome and transcriptome analyses, we unravel the cellular landscape of intestinal and adipose tissue. In parallel, we investigate the role of luminal metabolites in the development of postoperative relapse using metabolomics and organoids. Profile • You have obtained a Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences or a related field, or will obtain it no later than early July 2026.   •  Scientific research is your passion. You are ready to take the step towards a PhD and build upon a strong academic foundation and valuable internship experience. • You have a strong interest in translational research: you want to bridge the gap between laboratory research and clinical applications, and are motivated to frame findings within a broader (bio)medical context. • You combine a strong interest in experimental lab work with an affinity for bioinformatic analyses, including in an omics context. You have experience with techniques in molecular biology. Programming experience (R or Python) is an asset but not a requirement. However, we do expect you to be willing to acquire these skills. • You have a fluent command of Dutch and English, both spoken and written. • You are motivated, eager to learn, and take initiative. · You are accurate, analytical, and have a talent for organization. • You can work independently and flexibly. You have perseverance. • You possess excellent communication skills and a collegial, collaborative attitude, both within the laboratory and in a hospital environment, including during patient sample collection. Offer · A full-time doctoral position, subject to a positive evaluation by the doctoral committee after the first year • A dynamic and strong clinical-translational research environment with access to unique patient cohorts and state-of-the-art techniques, in close collaboration with physicians and researchers.  • Intensive supervision by experienced clinical and translational researchers. • Ample opportunities for professional development, collaborations, and conference participation. · Start date: between July 1, 2026 and October 1, 2026 (negotiable).   Interested? https://www.ibd-leuven.com/ For more information, you can contact Prof. Dr. Bram Verstockt, bram.verstockt@uzleuven.be or Dr. Sare Verstockt, sare.verstockt@kuleuven.be Applications can be submitted until 10/06/2026 via the online application tool. After an initial selection based on the submitted files, candidates will be invited for an interview (in Leuven or online for candidates who cannot be present in person). Candidates must submit a complete CV including email addresses of academic references. In addition to their CV, candidates must also submit a cover letter in which they elaborate on their specific interest in this vacancy, and a detailed overview of their academic career and results. You can apply for this vacancy until 10/06/2026 via our online application system.

The Linderstrøm-Lang Centre for Protein Science in the Department of Biology is looking for a highly motivated PhD student to join projects on the biochemical and structural analysis of protein assemblies. The three-year PhD position is fully funded with an anticipated start date of the 1st of October 2026 or soon thereafter. Our Research We investigate the structure-function mechanisms in proteins that underlie disease and generate species-specific biological traits across the domains of life, pairing biochemical and structural studies with studies at the cellular and organismal level. We have modern facilities for recombinant protein production and biophysical and biochemical characterization of proteins. In addition, we access to the Center for Advanced Bioimaging and the Core Facility for Integrated Bioimaging for advanced light microscopy and cryo-electron microscopy. The Project We are looking for a driven and ambitious candidate with the ability to work independently and in collaboration with other groups. The candidate should have a strong interest in persuing a PhD in the field of protein science with a focus on protein assembly. The project will address fundamental questions regarding the structure and fuction of polymerizing enzymes. The goal is to define the rules that govern the homo- and hetero-oligomeric assembly of key enzymes from intermediary metabolism and includes using a range of biochemical and biophysical techniques, including enzyme assays, polymerization assays, and cryo-electron microscopy. Candidate Profile Qualifications The candidate should have a Masters degree or equivalent in biochemistry, molecular biology, structural biology, or similar, providing basic theoretical and practical knowledge in protein science. Experience expressing and purifying recombinantly produced proteins, protein characterization, and practical experience applying biophysical and biochemical techniques should be demonstrated through a Masters project. The candidate must be fluent in written and spoken English. The candidate is expected to take initiative driving the project and to collaborate with other group members. Emphasis will be placed on interpersonal qualities, including analytical capacity and communication, accuracy, flexibility, and collaborative skills. Additional Merits and Desired Skills The ideal candidate will have one or more of the following competencies: expression and purification of proteins using E. coli and a variety of chromatographic methods, protein characterization using enzyme assays and biophysical techniques, use of R for data analysis and plotting, practical experience in X-ray crystallography or electron microscopy, and experience with Linux and data processing for structural biology. Selection Criteria Selection will be based on the above criteria, including the listed qualifications and interpersonal skills, relevant courses of study and suitability of the courses to the research program, and previous research experience in subject area. An integrated assessment of the applicant is generated to employ the best possible candidate that can succeed in the program and contribute to the positive development of the research program. Location and Facilities The group is a part of the Section for Biomolecular Sciences in the Department of Biology, part of the Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen, in Copenhagen, Denmark. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in dynamic and international research environment. Our research facilities include modern laboratories and the opportunity for training in biophysical and biochemical techniques and advanced cryo-EM sample preparation, data collection, and data processing. The Core Facility for Integrated Bioimaging houses a Titan Krios, a Glacios, and a Helios Hydra along with several additional screening microscopes and full facilities for sample preparation. The project is part of the laboratory of Asst. Professor Kelli Hvorecny, Department of Biology (kelli.hvorecny@bio.ku.dk). Professor Kresten Lindorff-Larsen, Department of Biology, will serve as principal supervisor for PhD program related matters. The PhD program The program covers three years of full-time study within the framework of the regular PhD program (5+3 scheme), which requires an education equivalent to a relevant Danish master’s degree. QualificationsTo be eligible for the regular PhD program, you must have completed a degree program, equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (180 ECTS/3 FTE BSc + 120 ECTS/2 FTE MSc) related to the subject area of the project, e.g. biochemistry, structural biology, molecular biology, or similar. For information on the eligibility of completed programmes, see General assessments for specific countries and Assessment database. Terms of employment: Employment as PhD fellow is full time and for maximum 3 years. Employment is conditional upon your successful enrolment as a PhD student at the PhD School at SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen. This requires submission and acceptance of an application for the specific project formulated by the applicant. Terms of appointment and payment are according to the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State. The position is covered by the Protocol on Job Structure. Responsibilities and tasks in the PhD programme Carry through an independent research project under supervision Complete PhD courses corresponding to approx. 30 ECTS / ½ FTE Participate in active research environments, including a stay at another research institution, preferably abroad Teaching and knowledge dissemination activities Write scientific papers aimed at high-impact journals Write and defend a PhD thesis on the basis of your project Application and Assessment ProcedureYour application including all attachments must be in English and submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below. Please include:  Motivated cover letter which includes a statement on why this project is of interest to you, how you will contribute, and what you hope to learn (maximum one page); Curriculum vitae including information about your education, experience, language skills, and other skills relevant for the position; Original diplomas for Bachelors and Masters degrees and transcript of records in the original language, including an authorized English translation if issued in a language besides English or Danish (if the Masters degress is not completed, a certified/signed copy of a recent transcript of records or a written statement from the institution or supervisor is accepted); A publication list if available; and, A maximum of two reference letters (if available). Application deadline: The deadline for applications is 3rd June 2026, 23:59 CEST (GMT +2). We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not meet the abovementioned requirements. Next StepsAfter the deadline, a subset of applicants

The Professor of Mechanisms of Adaptation addresses how fundamental biological processes are shaped by external environmental factors. The successful candidate will employ advanced and state-of-the-art research approaches to reveal complex interactions and adaptive mechanisms in nature at the organismal level. The position complements the core research areas of the Department of Biology, particularly in the area of zoology and in disciplines of evolutionary biology, animal physiology, neurobiology and molecular ecology. The primary focus of this professorship is the experimental investigation of the molecular mechanisms underlying adaptations. This includes, but is not limited to, the elucidation of molecular, physiological, and/or developmental processes by which animals adapt to diverse environmental conditions. An organismal research perspective with an emphasis on aquatic systems is preferred. The successful candidate is expected to pursue an experimentally driven research programme employing approaches from developmental biology, physiology, and/or genetics. The post holder will contribute to teaching within the bachelor’s and master’s programmes supported by the Department, particularly, though not exclusively, in the areas of zoology and developmental biology. Active collaboration with research groups in the Department of Biology, as well as integration in institutional research networks (including the University’s fields of excellence and doctoral training consortia), is expected. Employment Requirements Austrian or equivalent foreign higher education degree corresponding with the position (doctorate/PhD) Habilitation or equivalent qualification in zoology Outstanding academic qualifications in research and teaching in the relevant discipline and for the profile of the professorship (commensurate with stage of academic career and interruptions in employment due to caring responsibilities) Success in attracting subject-specific project grants, particularly where competitively awarded third-party funds are concerned Skills in higher education didactics including the use of digital media Skills in the supervision and guidance of early career researchers Professional experience abroad during academic career Management and leadership experience Gender mainstreaming and diversity management skills Good knowledge of English. Furthermore, the successful candidate is expected to teach lessons in German within three years The successful candidate will be highly motivated, aiming for academic excellence and integrity in research and teaching. He/she will have demonstrated ability to collaborate constructively in a responsible manner and inspire colleagues and students in an interdisciplinary, internationally oriented context. We offer a diverse, challenging, team-oriented working environment and a high degree of personal responsibility. Working hours are flexible and there are many options for further education and personal development. The minimum remuneration as stated in the Collective Bargaining Agreement is € 93,986.20 gross per year. Salary subject to negotiation. Application Documents Letter of application Curriculum vitae with a description of your academic career List of publications, numbered, with a complete bibliographic information, sorted by monographs (co-)edited volumes journal articles other information Presentation of teaching to date List of previous research projects and collaborations Description of future research intentions List of your five most important publications Please submit your application documents in English. Hearings Planned dates of the applicant`s presentation: 24.11.2026 – 25.11.2026 About us At the University of Graz, researchers and students work across a broad disciplinary spectrum to enlarge our knowledge, and find strategies to deal with challenges our society is confronted with and to shape tomorrow’s world. The University of Graz is a place which combines high quality academic research and teaching, where achievement is rewarded, careers are promoted, and social diversity is encouraged – all within a modern, award-winning working environment. Our motto: We work for tomorrow. Join us! Contact Univ.-Prof. DI Dr. Sefc (kristina.sefc@uni-graz.at) Institute Website The University of Graz is committed to increasing the proportion of female employees, especially in leadership roles. We therefore encourage qualified female colleagues in particular to apply for this position. In case of equal qualifications, women will receive priority consideration. Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position. We work for tomorrow. Join us! Apply Now

Your function Teaching assignment You will take on a teaching assignment in the Medicine and/or Biomedical Sciences programmes (bachelor and master level). The candidate is expected to take on coordination tasks related to the organisation of the relevant programme, such as immunology, endocrine system, experimental design and grant writing. Participation in educational innovation initiatives is also expected. Research assignment You will develop an independent translational research programme within immunology, closely aligned with the areas of expertise of BIOMED. Your team The Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences contributes to sustainable solutions for health‑related issues in the civic Hasselt University. The faculty focuses on excellence in education and research and connects with society through strong collaboration with our partners. With continuous attention to quality and innovation, the faculty is a breeding ground and magnet for talent with an open view of society, from region to world.Research is conducted within the Biomedical Research Institute (BIOMED) of UHasselt. At BIOMED, high‑level multidisciplinary research is carried out to stimulate progress in the human life sciences. Using high‑end technology, insights are gained in three areas of expertise: (neuro)immunology, neuroscience and cardiometabolic disorders. BIOMED aims to translate new scientific discoveries into applications that contribute to a healthy society, in line with UHasselt’s civic ambition. You will become a member of the Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences in the Department of Immunology and Infection. As a member of the department, you work at the intersection of research, education and societal progress.http://www.uhasselt.be/GLW http://www.uhasselt.be/biomed Your talents You hold a Ph.D. in (bio)medical science, biology, pharmacy, or bioengineering (or an equivalent field). You have an excellent academic track record with publications in high‑quality international scientific journals in the field of translational immunology. You have at least 3 years of relevant postdoctoral research experience in the specific research domain and demonstrable experience in applying for external (inter)national research funding. You have a good understanding of the latest trends and developments in the research domain of immunological disorders. You have experience supervising PhD students, technicians and/or master’s students. You possess the necessary qualities to lead a research group. You can function within a multidisciplinary research team. Complementarity with the existing research expertise within the department is an asset. You have a demonstrable international research network in the relevant domain. International mobility is an advantage. Experience with academic teaching is a major asset. You enjoy teaching and convey course content enthusiastically to your students. Dutch is the administrative language of Hasselt University. This implies that at the time of your appointment or within 5 years after your appointment as a member of the tenured academic staff, you must be able to demonstrate that your knowledge of Dutch is at least at CEFR level B2. If this is not yet the case at the time of your appointment, we offer you language lessons as support. You have a maximum of 5 years to achieve the required level.When taking up a teaching assignment as coordinating lecturer or co-lecturer, you must always be able to demonstrate mastery of the language of instruction of the program component at CEFR level C1. Prior to this, Hasselt University can also support you in acquiring the required language skills. Our offer for you We offer an appointment at the rank of lecturer, in a temporary tenure track position for a period of five years. This period results in an immediate permanent appointment at the rank of senior lecturer, if the university board evaluates the performance of the candidate positively based on predetermined and communicated evaluation criteria. Apply for this position The selection procedure consists of a preselection based on application file, an interview and a test lesson / presentation.   Apply Now

Your function The candidate will work within the Mobile Health Unit (UHasselt, ZOL, Jessa) and closely collaborate with international partners from the Netherlands and Germany. The core of the research consists of (1) analyzing retrospective and prospective clinical datasets to map care pathways and risk profiles, (2) supporting in the development and validation of personalized early warning scores (e.g., Individual Reference Intervals), and (3) evaluating these models within a multicenter clinical study (RCT) in a hybrid care context. The candidate will closely collaborate with colleagues within the Data Science Institute. Within the VITAL PhD project, the candidate will be responsible for a combination of research, development, and implementation activities at the intersection of clinical oncology, digital health, and data science. The main tasks include: Retrospective clinical trials• Analyzing and interpreting existing retrospective data• Setting up new retrospective trials within the consortium• Collaborating with the DSI colleagues to enable feature selection to improve the prediction modelProspective clinical trials• Setting up multiple prospective clinical trials, including a multicenter RCT• Independently preparing ethical and FAMHP dossiers to obtain approval prior to initiating the trialsDigital health co-creation towards implementation• Mapping of patient care pathways• Organizing co-creation sessions• Identification of risk profiles associated with complications, hospital admissions, and treatment outcomesHealth-economic evaluation• Identifying and collecting health-economic related information in the clinical trialsInterdisciplinary collaboration• Participation to international meetings as part of the project’s consortium• Collaborate with various partners (clinical, technical, financial)Scientific output & dissemination• Publication of results in peer-reviewed international journals.• Presentation of findings at scientific conferences.• Contribution to knowledge transfer activities within clinical and academic settings Your team The Limburg Clinical Research Center (LCRC) is a collaboration between Hasselt University, Jessa Ziekenhuis, and Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg (ZOL). The center focuses on patient-centered clinical scientific research, aiming to improve healthcare by combining academic research with clinical practice. The Mobile Health Unit (MHU) is a multidisciplinary center of expertise within the Limburg Clinical Research Center, where collaboration around innovative digital healthcare is central. The MHU focuses on the development, validation, and implementation of mobile and remote monitoring applications, with the goal of making care more personalized, proactive, and closer to the patient. By combining clinical expertise, data science, and technological innovation, the MHU translates research into concrete applications in healthcare practice. Within this stimulating environment, a motivated candidate is sought to carry out a PhD. This PhD position is part of the international VITAL project, which focuses on the development, validation, and implementation of personalized remote monitoring in oncological care, with a specific focus on lung cancer. Lung cancer patients in the Meuse–Rhine Euroregion currently face reactive follow-up care, where complications (on treatment) are often only detected once they become clinically manifest, leading to avoidable emergency admissions and hospitalizations. This PhD aims to contribute to the transition toward a proactive care model through the use of continuous vital parameter monitoring and personalized predictive models. In addition, the PhD will contribute to the implementation of this innovative care model, including integration into clinical workflows, evaluation of usability and acceptance by patients and healthcare providers, and support for health economic analyses. This PhD trajectory is positioned at the intersection of clinical research, data science, and digital health, and contributes to the development of scalable, patient-centered care models that improve quality of life and reduce pressure on healthcare systems.  Your talents Master Biomedical Sciences or equivalent, work experience is an added value but not a must.Final-year students are (likewise) encouraged to apply. You will work closely with colleagues within MHU, as well as with the DSI colleagues. You are expected to contribute to the collective and general interest and to have a team-oriented mindset. You communicate fluently in Dutch and English. You are ambitious and driven, eager to contribute to the research, and proactive in your thinking. You have strong communication skills and are able to bridge different disciplines (clinical, technical, academic). You can communicate effectively, critically, and constructively with colleagues and consortium partners. You are curious and eager to learn. You are not limited to a strictly defined PhD trajectory but aim to broaden your horizon and explore topics beyond the immediate scope of your PhD. Unlike a structured study program with clearly defined assignments, a PhD requires you to largely direct your own work. Your supervisor and colleagues provide support, but you are the driving force behind your project. You think critically about research questions, literature, etc., and reflect on these together with your colleagues. You manage your own PhD research and, together with the MHU team, help organize meetings, conferences, presentations, etc. Additionally, it is important that you can effectively organize clinical studies, including patient interactions. You are open to growth and able to handle constructive criticism well. Our offer for you You will be appointed and paid as PhD student.We offer you an appointment for a period of 2 years that will be extended for another 2 years, after positive evaluation. Apply for this position The selection procedure consists of a preselection based on application file and an interview. Apply Now

We seek an internationally recognised scientist to join the Section for Medical Biotechnology within the Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU Bioengineering). The position targets a researcher with a strong profile in translational infectious disease biology, with expertise in innate immune mechanisms of host responses to infections studied in physiologically relevant animal models, and a strong interest and documented background in understanding the role of host factors in shaping the pathogenesis of infectious and inflammatory diseases with relevance to human health. You will establish and lead a group focused on disease pathogenesis at molecular, cellular, and tissue resolution. Central to the position is a focus on innate immune mechanisms and host–pathogen interactions that determine respiratory viral infection outcomes, including disease severity, treatment efficacy, and in particular host factors involved in inflammatory regulation and zoonotic transmission. The research programme belonging to our new professor is also expected to address how co-morbidities such as obesity/metabolic dysfunction and chronic inflammation modify immune responses, and the consequences of this for disease outcomes, viral replication and evolution, and therapeutic effectiveness. The research must integrate experimental and systems-level approaches, combining molecular profiling, functional assays, and computational analysis to uncover mechanisms underlying disease heterogeneity and progression. You will play a central role in mentoring and training students and early-career researchers, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and strengthening DTU’s international profile in translational disease biology, transcriptional analysis, immune assay technology, and therapeutic innovation. Responsibilities and qualificationsThe position requires strong scientific leadership and a clear commitment to interdisciplinary and inter-institutional collaboration, including active engagement with relevant research environments internationally and across Danish universities and national public health institutions. You are expected to contribute to the strategic development of collaborative research activities that bridge fundamental disease biology, engineering approaches, and translational application. You will collaborate closely with departmental faculty to further develop engineering-based education within biochemistry, immunology, and immune assay technology. This includes contributing to the development of research-driven teaching and integrating emerging research activities into existing and planned study programmes at the bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD levels.  You are expected to actively engage in collaborative research projects across the Department and with relevant DTU environments with the aim of complementing existing competencies and creating synergies around biomarker discovery, molecular diagnostics, and the study of biological complexity in disease-relevant systems. Through these activities, the professor will contribute to strengthening the Department’s profile in molecular disease research and translational diagnostics. You must demonstrate well-documented international recognition and a strong track record as an independent researcher. You are expected to take a lead role in teaching at the BEng, BSc, MSc and PhD levels. DTU employs two working languages: Danish and English. You are expected to be fluent in at least one of these languages, and in time are expected to master both. You will be assessed against the responsibilities and qualifications stated above and the following general criteria: Documented experience and quality of teaching and curriculum development Research impact and experience, funding track record and research vision International impact and experience  Societal impact Innovativeness, including commercialization and collaboration with industry Leadership, collaboration, and interdisciplinary skills Communication skills Salary and terms of employmentThe appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.  Further information Further information may be obtained from Head of Department Bjarke Bak Christensen and Head of Section, Professor Susanne Brix Pedersen, tel.: +45 4525 2784. You can read more about Department for Biotechnology and Biomedicine at https://www.bioengineering.dtu.dk/ If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark.  Application procedureYour complete online application must be submitted no later than 10 June 2026 (23:59 Danish time).  Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link “Apply now”, fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include: Application (cover letter) addressed to the President Vision for teaching and research  CV including employment history, list of publications indicating scientific highlights, H-index and ORCID (see http://orcid.org/) Teaching portfolio including documentation of teaching experience Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD) You can learn more about the recruitment process here. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position. Apply Now