Postdoc Cell and Chemical Biology

About your role

In this multidisciplinary role, you will collaborate with the Princess Máxima Center for Pediatric Oncology, UMC Utrecht, and Amsterdam UMC on groundbreaking research into brain tumors. The project focuses on studying the effect of focused ultrasound (FUS) on opening the blood-brain barrier and improving the delivery of novel therapeutics to the tumor microenvironment. You will work with advanced models, innovative agents such as chemotherapeutic compounds, viral vectors, and antibodies, and make use of non-invasive imaging techniques.

Your core tasks include:

• Performing experiments with focused ultrasound and non-invasive monitoring techniques, including IVIS.
• Working with appropriate models to investigate the effectiveness of various therapeutic approaches.
• Isolating and characterizing cells from the tumor microenvironment.
• Analyzing and interpreting research data in an accurate and systematic manner.
• Presenting and publishing research findings within the scientific community.

About your workplace

The Translational Neuro Oncology laboratory is located in the Department of Cell and Chemical Biology at Leiden University Medical Center, that consists of multidisciplinary research groups and offers a motivating and friendly work environment where seminars and multidisciplinary meetings take place on a regular basis.

About you

You are an enthusiastic and creative researcher who enjoys working in a multidisciplinary team. You have strong analytical skills and the ability to translate your ideas into tangible results. You are driven, eager to learn, and ambitious, with the goal of leading your own research group in the future. In addition, you possess excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and value making science accessible to a broader audience.

Furthermore, you have:

• A completed PhD in medical or biomedical sciences, with a background in neuro-oncology and cell biology.
• Experience or affinity with techniques such as Focused Ultrasound, the use of animal models, and/or knowledge of microglia (a plus).
• Excellent skills in data analysis and scientific reporting.
• Proven experience in publishing research findings and presenting within the scientific community.

Strong command of the English language, both spoken and written.  

Our offer

Driven by health; that's our mission. This applies not only to our patients but also to our employees. We strive to provide a safe, inclusive and equitable work environment, with a focus on talent development and connected leadership. In order to be able to continue to learn and develop, we offer internal and external training. You are also entitled to an end-of-year bonus (8,3%), holiday allowance, sports budget, bicycle scheme, home office allowance and an excellent commuting allowance. Furthermore, as an employee of LUMC, you are also affiliated with the ABP pension fund. This means that 70% of your pension premium is paid by LUMC, leaving you with a higher net salary. Nice, right?

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What do we represent?

As an academic medical center, LUMC strives to have a workforce that is a good reflection of society. We are committed to the highest quality in health care, education and (international) research, in which diverse perspectives are essential. Sustainability is also a high priority for us: we are committed to a healthy future, not only for people, but also for the planet. In line with these values, we aim to be a creative and inspiring place to work, where everyone feels at home, safe and valued. It's all about who you are and what you bring to contribute, regardless of your background. Together, we work toward a sustainable and inclusive future, both for the people around us and for the world we live in. Together, we are LUMC.  

More information

• As a postdoc, your salary will be between € 3,598 and € 5,669 gross per month (scale 10, CAO UMC). These figures are based on a full-time position.
• The procedure involves several stages, including two rounds of interviews.
• Applications from employment/recruitment agencies will not be considered.