Postdoctoral Scientific developper and researcher (27764)

→  Apply before 01/10/2024 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time)
→  Faculty of Bioscience Engineering
→  Department: BW26 - Data-analyse en wiskundige modellering
→  Occupancy rate: 80%
→  Number of positions: 1
→  Type of employment: Contract of limited duration
→  Term of assignment: 15 maanden
→  Wage scale: PD1 to PD4 (doctoral degree)
→  Required diploma: PhD

ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY

Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, as well as technical and social service provision on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With its 11 faculties and more than 80 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its staff and students.

YOUR TASKS

You will work on various research projects on data analysis and development of computational models for protein design. Your specific tasks include:

• Conduct state-of-the-art research on the application of machine learning, hyperdimensional computing, and quality diversity algorithms to the analysis of naturally occurring proteins.
• Develop and implement innovative computational models to derive design rules from biological sequences and experimental data.
• Utilize these design rules to predict and understand the relationship between these sequences, their characteristics, and resulting behaviors.
• You will collaborate closely with external project partners.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You hold a PhD in bioscience engineering, bioinformatics, computer science, or a related field.
• You possess a strong foundation in machine learning and evolutionary algorithms.
• You have experience with data analysis, bioinformatic processing techniques, and protein structure-function relationships.
• You are proficient in programming languages such as Julia, Python, or R.
• You demonstrate a keen interest in applying computational methods to solve biological problems.
• You have a proven track record of conducting independent research and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
• You are fluent in English, both spoken and written, and you are comfortable presenting your research to a variety of audiences.
• You are a motivated and dedicated researcher with a strong desire to contribute to the advancement of de novo design.
• You are a quick learner and are able to conduct independent research

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• We offer you a contract of a 15 Months duration for 80% employment as postdoctoral researcher.
• Your contract will start on 1/10/2024 at the earliest.
• Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale PD1 to PD4. Click here for more information about our salary scales.
• All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 35 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff benefits (in Dutch).

INTERESTED?

Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not submitted through the online system.

Your application must include the following documents:

• In the field ‘CV’: your CV and an overview of your study results (merged into one pdf file)
• In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format
• In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages.

Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.

As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information about this vacancy, please contact prof. dr. ir. Michiel Stock  (Michiel.Stock@UGent.be, +32 (0)9/264.59.32). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.

Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact us via selecties@ugent.be or +32 9 264 34 36