implications in health and disease (1.0 FTE)
Job description
This PhD position in part of the SurfEx project. This project is dedicated to unravelling the intricate relationship between cellular polarisation and functional outcomes in epithelial cells. Renal tubular epithelial cells play a critical role in maintaining kidney function, and disruptions in their polarisation can have profound implications for health and disease. As highly motivated PhD fellow you will join our team and contribute to this cutting- edge research endeavour.
To accomplish these objectives, you will utilise advanced 3D cell culturing methodologies. Additionally, you will employ state-of-the-art techniques for structural and functional characterisation of proximal tubule transport. Furthermore, you will gain expertise in microfluidics and biofabrication technologies, allowing for In Vitro transepithelial transport studies and drug interaction assessments in polarised cells.SurfEx:SurfEx brings together 8 labs/industrial partners aiming to gain a new understanding of how the apical exchange surface of epithelial cells is formed and functions in health and disease. As one of the 12 PhD fellows within the SurfEx network, you will have the opportunity to work with leading academics and industrial partners from across Europe, gaining valuable experience in international collaboration and cutting-edge research. You will also benefit from a comprehensive training programme that includes workshops, courses, and secondments, all aimed at enhancing your research and professional skills.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you should possess multiple if not all of the following:
To qualify for this position you cannot have resided or carried out your main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the Netherlands for more than 12 months in the 36 months preceding the recruitment date.
Offer We offer: About the organization
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Additional information
If you have any questions that you'd like us to answer, please contact Silvia Mihăilă (Assistant Professor) at [email protected].
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The application deadline is 20/11/2023