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Universities with open postdoc positions in computational biology in Belgium include VIB Center for Molecular Neurology and KU Leuven.
VIB Center for Molecular Neurology
Belgium
4 days ago
Postdoctoral Position in Computational Neurobiology and Dementia Research The VIB-UAntwerp Center for Molecular Neurology in Antwerp, Belgium, invites applications for a postdoctoral scientist to join the Computational Neurobiology Lab. The project sits at the intersection of computational biology, systems biology, genetics and neuroscience, with a focus on regulatory mechanisms underlying cell-type-specific switching of alternative gene isoforms in dementia. The research will investigate altern...
4 days ago
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KU Leuven
Belgium
4 months ago
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The Zandawala Lab at KU Leuven is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to investigate the neuromodulation of feeding in Drosophila melanogaster and other arthropods. The lab focuses on the diverse roles of neuropeptides in controlling essential physiological processes such as feeding, metabolism, sleep, stress, reproduction, development, and locomotion. Utilizing a range of advanced techniques—including molecular and anatomical methods, CRISPR/Cas9, Drosophila genetics, behavioral analyses, optogen...
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Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)
Belgium
1 month ago
The Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is offering a full-time PhD scholarship in the Faculty of Sciences and Bioengineering Sciences, Department of Chemistry. The project focuses on the development of new allosteric ligands that bind to membrane-bound proteins and channels, with the goal of evaluating their therapeutic potential. The doctoral research will involve the design and synthesis of bioactive, peptide-based ligands, including the preparation of customised amino acids where needed. The su...
1 month ago
VIB-Center for Inflammation Research
Belgium
4 months ago
This fully funded PhD position at the VIB–VUB Center for Structural Biology offers an exciting opportunity to join the laboratory of Dr. Anastassia Vorobieva, a leader in the de novo design of transmembrane β-barrel nanopores. The research focuses on engineering and characterizing membrane proteins, nanopores, and ion channels for in vitro bioelectronic applications, sitting at the interface of protein design and applied technology. The successful candidate will learn and apply state-of-the-art ...
4 months ago
Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant
Belgium
2 weeks ago
PhD position in Bioscience Engineering focused on gas fermentation and microbial proteins at Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant in Ghent, Belgium . The opportunity is linked to the BBEPP Lab and Pilot Facility and sits within Industrial Biotechnology . Applicants should have a Master's degree in Bioscience Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. The post also asks for experience in bioprocess development , analytical techniques , and scientific writing . No funding details...
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Estimated costs in Belgium.
MonthlyYearly | |
|---|---|
![]() 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
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Ghent University
Belgium
Biochemistry
Cell Biology
Bacteria
Plant Biology
Host-pathogen Interaction
Professor
Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Belgium
Immunology
Biochemistry
Antibodies
Nanomedicine
Protein Chemistry
Associate professor
University of Antwerp
Belgium
Immunology
Cell Biology
Inflammatory Biology
Inflammasome
Autophagy
Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Belgium
Biochemistry
Cell Biology
Computational Biology
Protein Chemistry
Protein Expression
Research professor
Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Belgium
Biochemistry
Cell Biology
Protein Chemistry
Structural Biology
Molecular Biology
Ghent University
Belgium
Biochemistry
Microbiology
Computational Biology
Omics
Bioanalytical Chemistry

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