Postdoctoral Researcher Molecular Therapy Development
The Emma Center for Personalized Medicine (ECPM) ECPM is looking for an ambitious and driven early-career independent researcher to join our team. You will work within the Ophthalmogenetics research section of the Department of Human Genetics, contributing to groundbreaking research focused on the development of innovative molecular therapies for rare neurometabolic disorders. This role offers a unique opportunity to i) contribute to the advancement of medical science and ii) have a direct impact on the future care of patients.
As a researcher within ECPM, you will closely collaborate with other researchers and clinicians, aiming to connect various scientific studies and disease areas being investigated at ECPM. Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting groundbreaking (translational) research on developing molecular therapies for rare neurometabolic disorders, with a focus on technologies such as CRISPR, non-viral gene delivery methods, 3D cell cultures and organoids, iPSC, and/or NGS;
- Collaborating within multidisciplinary teams;
- Developing and implementing strategies to secure external funding (e.g., VENI or similar grants);
- Contributing to teaching;
- Producing high-quality research publications.
- A PhD in molecular or stem cell biology or a related field;
- Demonstrable experience in securing external funding is a plus;
- A record of publications in relevant fields;
- Expertise in non-viral gene delivery methods and/or technologies relevant to innovative molecular therapy development, such as CRISPR, 3D cell cultures and organoids, iPSC, and NGS;
- Knowledge of diseases relevant to ECPM is a plus;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Proficiency in English; knowledge of Dutch is an advantage;
- A solution-oriented, independent, and entrepreneurial work approach, combined with the ability to function as a team player.
- A flying start to your career in scientific research.
- Plenty of room for your drive to shape tomorrow's healthcare.
- Working on large-scale and in-house research, with motivated colleagues from all over the world.
- A contract for 12 months (extension possible, subject to funding).
- Salary scale 10: € 3.493 tot € 5.504 gross based on full-time employment (depending on education and experience) and a year-end bonus of 8.3%. Calculate your net salary here.
- Holiday hours: 186,4 per year for fulltime and a possibility to save additional hours.
- Pension accrual with BeFrank, a modern, comprehensible and fairly priced pension.
- Now still a (partial) reimbursement of your public transport travel costs. From 1 October, for >7 km each way, 100% public transport reimbursement and, for private transport, €0.18 per km up to a maximum of 40 km each way.
- Do you prefer walking or cycling? Take advantage of our good bike scheme. And from 1 October, you will receive a reimbursement of €0.18 per km.
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At Amsterdam UMC, we work together to provide patient care, train doctors and nurses, and improve healthcare for the future through high-quality, internationally recognized scientific research. This work takes place across two locations: AMC and VUmc.
For this position, we are looking for a researcher for Amsterdam UMC, location AMC. The Ophthalmogenetics research section is part of the Department of Human Genetics and the Emma Center for Personalized Medicine (ECPM). The ECPM focuses on innovative, individualized care and treatment for patients with rare genetic disorders of the eye, metabolic system, neurodevelopment, and immune system. New technologies and knowledge offer enormous opportunities to efficiently identify, treat, and provide tailored care for these rare conditions.
To realize this innovation and acceleration, collaboration and synergy are needed between doctors, researchers, paramedics, patients, and their families. At ECPM, we work together to shorten the time to diagnosis, alleviate the suffering of patients and their families, and prevent lifelong limitations through early intervention and effective therapy.
During the publication period, applications will be handled continuously. If the vacancy is filled, it will be closed prematurely.
The cover letter should be addressed to Prof. Dr. Arthur Bergen and Dr. Daniël Warmerdam.
If you have any questions about this position, please feel free to contact Dr. Daniël Warmerdam via d.o.warmerdam@amsterdamumc.nl.
For more information about the application procedure, please contact Chey Edwards, recruitment advisor, at c.i.edwards@amsterdamumc.nl or +31 6 214 87 245.
A reference check, screening and hiring test may be part of the procedure. Read here whether that applies to you. If you join us, we ask you for a VOG (Certificate of Good Conduct).
Internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates in case of equal suitability.
Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.
We look forward to receiving your application!