E-2439 – PHD CANDIDATE IN CELL BIOLOGY
Temporary contract 14+22+12 months Belvaux
Are you passionate about research? So are we! Come and join us
The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a Research and
Technology Organization (RTO) active in the fields of materials, environment
and IT. By transforming scientific knowledge into technologies, smart data and
tools, LIST empowers citizens in their choices, public authorities in their
decisions and businesses in their strategies.
Do you want to know more about LIST? Check our website: https: // www. list.lu/
Discover our Environmental Research and Innovation department: ERIN Department
How will you contribute?
You will work within the EH group and further develop existing relevant
complex 3D in vitro models. Your main tasks will be the exploration in how
existing microscopy techniques can be applied to better understand the results
observed in complex in vitro models. To this end the successful candidate will
contribute to the hazard assessment of chemicals using the models applying the
available in vitro models. The candidate will also contribute to the further
development, pre-validation and application of new in vitro models with a
focus on pulmonary toxicity.
You will contribute to an externally financed project “TuLi - Implementation
of a multi-OMICs workflow to derive human reference points and health-based
guidance values (HBGVs) from quantitative in vitro data” by:
Conducting systematic literature reviews.
Identifying new concepts and proposals for cell models.
Developing strategies to combine various organs in in vitro models.
Experimenting in the TuLi project under the supervision and mentorship of
more senior staff.
Analysing experimental results to validate developments.
Managing the daily research activities allowing the smooth progress of the
PhD project.
Collaborating with other researchers to promote interdisciplinary
activities.
Assisting in the preparation of reports and presentations.
Making presentations at workshops with guidance and prior internal review.
Participating in conferences and workshops.
Disseminating and publishing research results in top-ranked scientific
journals and conferences.
Contributing to the valorisation of RDI results.
Is Your profile described below? Are you our future colleague? Apply
now!
You have a MSc in biology, molecular biology, cell biology, toxicology or
similar and you should have done a MSc thesis in the field of cell culture.
You should possess expertise in cell culture, molecular biology, and an
interest in microscopy techniques. Valuable experience would include 3D in
vitro models, handling of nanomaterials and chemicals and basic cell
toxicology.
On top of this you're fluent in English ? you're the one we are looking for !
Your LIST benefits
An organization with a passion for impact and strong RDI partnerships in
Luxembourg and Europe that works on responsible and independent research
projects
Sustainable by design, empowering our belief that we play an essential
role in paving the way to a green society
Innovative infrastructures and exceptional labs occupying more than 5,000
square metres, including innovations in all that we do
An environment encouraging curiosity, innovation and entrepreneurship in
all areas
Personalized learning programme to foster our staff's soft and technical
skills
Multicultural and international work environment with more than 50
nationalities represented in our workforce
Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering our people to fulfil
their personal and professional ambitions
Gender-friendly environment with multiple actions to attract, develop and
retain women in science
32 days' paid annual leave, 11 public holidays, 13-month salary, statutory
health insurance
Flexible working hours, home working policy and access to lunch vouchers
Apply online
https: // www. list.lu/en/jobs/materials/
Your application must include:
A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your
experience
A scientific CV with contact details
List of publications (and patents, if applicable)
Contact details of 2 references
Application procedure and conditions
LIST is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring and
retaining diverse personnel. We value all applicants and will consider all
competent candidates for employment without regard to national origin,
race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status,
religion, age or disability
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is
filled
An assessment committee will review the applications and select candidates
based on guidelines that aim to ensure equal opportunities
The main criteria for selection will be the correspondence of the existing
skills and expertise of the applicant with the requirements mentioned
above
PhD additional conditions:
Supervisor at LIST: Dr Tommaso Serchi.
Work location: Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST),
Belvaux, Luxembourg
PhD enrolment: University of Luxembourg, Belval, Luxembourg
Please note the universities costs are at the charge of the student.
REQUIREDLANGUAGES
To be considered for this position it is crucial that you have knowledge of
the following languages
Read C1 Advanced
Write C1 Advanced
Speak C1 Advanced
OPTIONAL LANGUAGES
The following languages are optional but are considered a plus.
Read C1 Advanced
Write C1 Advanced
Speak C1 Advanced
Read C1 Advanced
Write C1 Advanced
Speak C1 Advanced
minimum required Education
Required work experience in years
0 or more years
Job Category
Details
Employment type
Contract type
Hours per week
40
Contract period
Months
Contract duration
48
Location
Country
City
Esch-Sur-Alzette
Recruiter in charge
Cathy SCHWARTZ
Employment type
Full-Time
UO
ERIN
Profile type
Phd Student
