Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Cell Biology in Belgium
Positions in cell biology in belgium
2 positions foundnewest posted
The open positions in cell biology in Belgium listed here are at KU Leuven.
Zeger Debyser
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KU Leuven
Belgium
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2 weeks ago
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Doctoral candidate with application for an FWO grant at KU Leuven (Leuven, Belgium) in the interdisciplinary research facility Molecular Medicine within the Department of Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences. The project is led by Prof. Dr. Zeger Debyser and focuses on human LINE-1 retrotransposition , host factors that facilitate LINE-1 transposition, and the development of inhibitors in cell culture and animal models. The research also uses IPSC-derived human neuron cultures , linking t...
Cell Biology
Pharmacology
Biochemistry
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2 weeks ago
KU Leuven
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Belgium
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3 weeks ago
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KU Leuven in Belgium is advertising a PhD position in a research project on LINE-1 transposition , host factors , and their role in human disease. The group is internationally known for work on HIV host factors , including LEDGF/p75 and Transportin-SR2, and has extended this expertise to LINE-1, a human retrotransposon implicated in neuroinflammatory diseases . The project investigates how host factors facilitate LINE-1 transposition and aims to identify inhibitors of LINE-1 transposition in cel...
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
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3 weeks ago
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University of Cambridge
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United Kingdom
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2 months ago
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Funded PhD project at the University of Cambridge , Department of Chemistry, in the Mateo Sanchez Lab . The project sits at the interface of chemistry, cell biology, neuroscience, protein engineering, synthetic biology , and molecular biotechnology. The research will focus on developing new molecular tools using directed evolution , protein design , and novel selection/screening strategies to create new protein chimeras. Depending on the candidate’s interests and project progress, the work may i...
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
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2 months ago
Living costs in Belgium
Estimated costs in Belgium.
MonthlyYearly | Belgium |
|---|---|
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | €552 $600/yr |
 Health Insurance Student health insurance or surcharge per year | €92 $100/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | €828 $900/yr |
 Transportation Public transport and local travel per year | €497 $540/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Prof. Dr.
Universiteit Gent
Belgium
Research Interests
Immunology
Cell Biology
T Cell Biology
Immunomodulation
Macrophage Biology
Professor
KU Leuven
Belgium
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Developmental Neuroscience
Stem Cell Biology
Developmental Biology
Transcriptional Regulation
Professor for Neuropathology
Katholieke Universiteit Leuven
Belgium
Research Interests
Neurology
Biochemistry
Neurodegenerative Disease
Cognitive Impairment
Neuroprotection
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Professor at Ghent University
Ghent University
Belgium
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Immunology
T Cell Biology
Hematopoiesis
Regulatory T Cells
Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB)
Belgium
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Tissue Engineering
Cell Fate
Cell Imaging
Stem Cell Biology
Distinguished Professor
Université libre de Bruxelles
Belgium
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Tissue Engineering
Cancer Biology
Tumor Microenvironment
Epithelial-mesenchymal Transition
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.