Vacature PHD Researcher on Emerging Viral Infections

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• Cardiologie Erasmus MC

• PhD researcher on emerging viral infections

Join our research team on emerging viral infections.

• Closing date 06-06-2024
• 21.14.24.TDA

• 36 hours
• Research university
• Research & Education

• Closing date 06-06-2024
• 21.14.24.TDA

Job description

Recent outbreaks of SARS-CoV-2, Avian influenza and mpox have shown that viruses originating from an animal reservoir can cause large outbreaks in free ranging and domestic animals as well in as humans. Such outbreaks of zoonotic viruses can have huge social and economic impact.
In this project, you will further develop and implement next generation sequencing methods to understand which viruses are currently circulating on the human-animal interface in the Netherlands. Moreover, you will be involved in developing new tools and workflows to further understand potential impact of novel viruses, and will apply genomic and serological tools in case of potential outbreaks of (re)emerging viruses. This PhD position is linked to the DURABLE project. More information on DURABLE can be found on the project website .

Work environment

The department of Viroscience at Erasmus MC is a large department which employs over 180 FTE of different disciplines and runs an extensive research program on the epidemiology, pathogenesis, prevention, and treatment of infections by human and animal viruses. All necessary equipment to carry out the research proposed in the projects is available within the setting of the department.
The department of Viroscience harbours well-equipped clinical and experimental virology labs, in which all the virology, molecular biology, pathology and immunology techniques necessary for these projects are operational. You will be supervised by Dr. , Dr. Bas Oude Munnink and prof. dr. Marion Koopmans.

Qualifications and skills

We are looking for a highly motivated PhD researcher with a strong interest in virology and public health. The candicate should have experience with NGS techniques and bioinformatics. We ask for:

• A MSC in the field of Biology, Biomedical or Molecular Sciences, (Veterinary) Medicine, Bioinformatics, or related fields.
• High proficiency English language.
• Good communication skills, a flexible attitude and enjoy working in a multidisciplinary team.
• We expect dedication and enthusiasm for innovative research, combined with scientific curiosity.

Terms of employment

• You will receive a temporary position for 4 years. The gross monthly salary is € 3.017,- in the 1st year and gradually increases to € 3.824,- in the 4th year (scale OIO).
• Excellent fringe benefits, such as a 13th month that is already paid out in November and a individual travel expense package.
• An International Office which aids you in preparing for you arrival and stay.
• Pension insurance with ABP. We take care of approximately 2/3 of the monthly contribution.
• Special benefits, such as a incompany physiotherapist and bicycle repairer. And there is also a gym where you can work on your fitness after work.

For more information about this position, please contact Bas Oude Munnik or , , via and/or .

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Functie:	phd researcher emerging viral
Startdatum:	23-05-2024
Ervaring:	Ervaren
Educatielevel:	WO
Contracttype:	Vast
Salaris:	3824 – 3824
Uren per week:	36 – 36

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