PhD Student - Department of Head and Skin

Last application date Jun 30, 2025 00:00

Department GE34 - Department of Head and Skin

Contract Limited duration

Degree Master's degree in (bio)medical sciences, biomedical engineering or related discipline

Occupancy rate 100%

Vacancy type Research staff

Job description

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 85 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.

For the (faculty/department/research group) we are looking for a m/f/x

Doctoral fellow

ABOUT THE PROJECT
Are you passionate about neuromodulation and eager to contribute to cutting-edge research in epilepsy treatment? The 4BRAIN research group is offering a PhD position within an ambitious, interdisciplinary, international project focused on Temporal Interference Stimulation (TIS) as an innovative treatment for epilepsy. TIS is a novel neuromodulation technique capable of targeting deep brain structures in a non- or minimally invasive manner. You will play a central role in the preclinical research activities of the project.

YOUR JOB

• Perform preclinical experiments on ex vivo brain slices and in vivo rodent models to investigate and optimize the effects of TIS
• Analyze ex vivo and in vivo electrophysiological and fMRI imaging datasets
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of researchers in hardware development and  modeling
• Publish your findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international conferences
• The ultimate goal of the research is to obtain a doctoral degree

Job profile 

• Master's degree in (bio)medical sciences, biomedical engineering or related discipline
• Experience and/or strong interest in preclinical research, neuromodulation, electrophysiology and (f)MRI imaging
• Strong motivation to engage in groundbreaking preclinical research
• Collaborative and dynamic mindset with the ability to work both independently and in a multidisciplinary research environment
• Scientific attitude focused on excellence, with creativity, precision, problem-solving skills and effective planning abilities
• Excellent command of the English language and strong communication skills.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• We offer a full-time position as a doctoral fellow, consisting of an initial period of 12 months, which - after a positive evaluation, will be extended to a total maximum of 48 months.
• A high-impact, supportive research environment with a dynamic community of PhD students
• The opportunity to join the 4BRAIN research group, an internationally recognized leading center in neuromodulation research
• Close collaboration with IT’IS foundation (Switzerland), a globally acknowledged frontrunner in TIS research
• Access to state-of-the-art laboratories, equipment, and expertise
• Your contract will start on 01/09/2025 at the earliest.
• The fellowship amount is 100% of the net salary of an AAP member in equal family circumstances. The individual fellowship amount is determined by Team Personnel Administration based on family status and seniority. A grant that meets the conditions and criteria of the regulations for doctoral fellowships is considered free of personal income tax. 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, 36 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.

How to apply

Send your CV, copy of your diploma (if already in your possession) and a motivation letter to [email protected]

• Please mention “PhD position application” in the subject line
• The closing date for applications is June 30th 2025.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

We do not accept late applications.

For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Sprengers ([email protected])