→ Apply until 28/02/2023 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels time)
→ Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
→ Department DI04 - Translational Physiology, Infectiology and Public Health
→ AAP temporary appointment - 100%
→ Number of openings: 1
→ Reference number: 202301/DI04/A/001
ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY
Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 8,000 people, it
is actively involved in education and research, management and administration,
and technical and social services on a daily basis. It is one of the largest,
most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities.
With each of its 11 faculties and more than 100 departments offering state-of-
the-art study programmes that are grounded in research in a wide range of
academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its employees as
well as its students.
YOUR TASKS
At least 50% of your assignment will be spent on academic research on the
porcine innate immune system;
You will assist in the teaching activities associated with the courses
‘Immunology', ‘Immunopathology' and ‘Cell Biological and Molecular
Techniques for Biomedical Research' at the Laboratory of Immunology at the
Department of Translational Physiology, Infectiology and Public Health and
guidance of Master theses of students;
You will assist in the internal and external services of the department;
assisting with the diagnosis of immunopathological diseases as well as
providing scientific advice to third parties.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
You hold a degree of Master in Veterinary Medicine (preference), Master
in Bio-engineering, or equivalent degree. The degree requirements need to
be fulfilled at the start of your appointment; For diplomas awarded
outside the European Union, a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be
submitted. You are interested in academic and/or project-based research
and services;
You are interested in academic research and services;
You have excellent teaching and communication skills. Preferentially very
good knowledge of the Dutch language to assist Bachelor students during
practical courses.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
We offer you a two-year appointment, which may be renewed twice for two
years, on condition that the previous term was given a positive
evaluation. Attention : If you have been previously appointed as a
junior assistant or doctoral fellow at a university within the Flemish
Community, this appointment will be deducted from the maximum term of
appointment, which is six years at the most according to the Codex of
Higher Education.
Your appointment will start on August 15, 2023.
Your remuneration will be determined according to salary scale AAP3. 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 paid leave,
bicycle commuting reimbursement, ecocheques, etc. A complete overview of
all our fringe 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 sent 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.
In the field ‘Certificate of equivalence' : only for diplomas awarded
outside the European Union a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be
submitted. (This can be requested via www. naricvlaanderen.be/en). For
diplomas awarded in the UK before January 31st of 2020, a certificate of
equivalence is not required.
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. Eric Cox
([email protected], +32 09/264 73 97).
Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read
our FAQ.
