→ Apply until 03/06/2025 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels time)
→ Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
→ Department FW03 - Bio-analysis
→ AAP temporary appointment - 100%
→ Number of openings: 1
→ Reference number: 202504FW03AS002
ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY
Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing 15.000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, and technical and social services on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With each of its 11 faculties and more than 100 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes that are grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its employees as well as its students.
YOUR TASKS
- You will dedicate at least 70% of your assignment to scientific research in preparation for a doctoral dissertation in the field of pharmacokinetics. Your research will focus on how physiologically based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) models can be used to improve pharmacotherapy in older adults, with particular attention to dosing, drug interactions, and tapering strategies.
- You will assist in teaching within the Department of Bioanalysis, including the Dutch-taught course "Bio-analytisch practicum" and the English-taught courses "Pharmacokinetics" and "PK-PD in Drug Development".
- You will supervise Master's students in the context of their thesis projects.
- You will assist in the internal and external services of the department.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- You hold a degree of Master in Drug Development, Master in Pharmaceutical Care, Master of Medicine, or an equivalent degree. This degree requirement must be met at the time of appointment.
- For diplomas awarded outside the European Union, a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted.
- You have an interest in scientific research, pharmacotherapy, and pharmacokinetic modeling. Publications or a master’s thesis related to pharmacokinetics, personalized therapy, or clinical pharmacology are considered an asset.
- You demonstrate knowledge of and (clinical) affinity with current developments in rational prescribing and dispensing of medicines, particularly in older patients.
- Experience with and/or an interest in (statistical) data processing, preferably using R, is an asset.
- You have a basic understanding of techniques used in the quantitative bioanalysis of drugs, such as liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry.
- You have sufficient knowledge of Dutch and English to support academic teaching and to communicate research findings.
- You have the necessary social skills, flexibility, and critical thinking to function in a multidisciplinary and international academic environment.
- You have didactic and communicative skills. Teaching experience and participation in continuing education, conferences, etc., are considered an asset.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- We offer you a two-year appointment, which may be renewed twice for two years, on condition that the previous term was given a positive evaluation. Attention: If you have been previously appointed as a junior assistant or doctoral fellow at a university within the Flemish Community, this appointment will be deducted from the maximum term of appointment, which is six years at the most according to the Codex of Higher Education.
- Your appointment will start on 1 September 2025 at the earliest.
- Your remuneration will be determined according to salary scale AAP3. More information about our salary scales.
- All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of paid leave, bicycle commuting reimbursement, ecocheques, etc. A complete overview of all our fringe benefits.
INTERESTED?
Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not sent through the online system.
Your application must include the following documents:
- In the field ‘Cv’: your cv and an overview of your study results (merged into one pdf file)
- In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format
- In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession)
- If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages
- In the field ‘Certificate of equivalence’: only for diplomas awarded outside the European Union a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted (if already in your possession, if not, you need to be able to provide proof that you have applied for a certificate of equivalence at the start of your appointment). The certificate can be requested via www.naricvlaanderen.be/en. For diplomas awarded in the UK before January 31st of 2020, a certificate of equivalence is not required
Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.
As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information about this vacancy, please contact dr. Pieter-Jan De Sutter ([email protected], +32 09/264 81 31).
Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact us via [email protected] or +32 9 264 34 36
