PhD student
- Gent, Oost-Vlaanderen
- Tijdelijk
- Voltijds
- A fully funded, full-time PhD position at a competitive salary. There will be a one-year probation and, after a positive evaluation, the contract can be extended for another three years (4 years in total).
- You will be working in the friendly and dynamic BioMMedA group. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with experts in molecular simulations through our international network. Locally, you will be able to interact with experts in cancer research and experimental partners, thus allowing to validate your simulation results. You will have access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure at the Flemish High-Performance Computing Centre (VSC), allowing for high-level scientific training at a top-ranked university.
- You will have the opportunity to attend international conferences, publish your results in high-profile journals and visit relevant research institutes.
- Ghent University has a generous benefits package open to all its staff members, including a wide range of training and education opportunities in the Doctoral Schools and a wide range of sports and leisure facilities. Ghent is a vibrant, safe, cultural, and welcoming university city allowing great quality of life.
(2) You are skilled in scientific programming, data analysis, and dealing with large data (computational tools for generating and analyzing data of complex molecular systems), for instance with Python (or equivalent).
(3) Ideally, you have also knowledge in statistical physics, biophysics or material physics, programming, scientific communication. Ideally, you have already some experience with molecular simulations. Knowledge of biology or chemistry is a strong point, but not necessary at the start of the PhD.(4) You have a problem-solving, analytical mind, dedicated to overcoming technical challenges.(5) You have an open attitude towards learning, and are driven, hard-working, committed to obtaining a PhD.(6) You have good oral and written communication skills, with fluency in English.How to applyHiring will occur on a ongoing basis, so do not hesitate to apply before the deadline.- Your application must be in English and consist of the following:1. A motivation letter2. A curriculum vitae3. Copies of the relevant diplomas4. Grade lists (transcript of records of Bachelor and Master courses)5. Optionally: a sample part of your master thesis or other problem solving accomplishment- The curriculum vitae should also mention a list of two professors with their institute and contact details, who have supervised you in your Bachelor and/or Master research project and who are willing to provide a letter of recommendation (later in the application process).- The curriculum vitae should mention the dates (month and year) and locations (city and country) when you describe studies, positions, etc.- The application should be sent to using the following subject line: "PhD: kinetics in molecular simulations, LAST NAME, FIRST NAME”.Only complete applications will be considered. From all applications, a short-list of candidates will be made, who will be contacted for an interview (possibly over Zoom/Teams).RequirementsResearch Field Biological sciences Years of Research Experience 1 - 4Research Field Computer science Years of Research Experience 1 - 4Research Field Computer science Years of Research Experience 1 - 4Research Field Mathematics Years of Research Experience 1 - 4Research Field Mathematics Years of Research Experience 1 - 4Research Field Medical sciences Years of Research Experience 1 - 4Research Field Physics Years of Research Experience 1 - 4Research Field Physics Years of Research Experience 1 - 4Research Field Physics Years of Research Experience 1 - 4Additional InformationWebsite for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Ghent University Country Belgium City Ghent Postal Code 9000 Street Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat 33Where to apply WebsiteContact CityGhent WebsitePostal Code9000STATUS: EXPIRED
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