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Post-Doc Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
Post-Doc Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
Help fight a devastating neglected disease and make a real difference for patients worldwide. As a postdoc at Erasmus MC, you push the boundaries of science to develop urgently needed new treatments for mycetoma.- Closing date 25-08-2025
- 1395
- 36 hours
- Research university
- Closing date 25-08-2025
- 1395
Job description
Mycetoma is a neglected tropical infectious disease defined by large tumor-like lesions on the foot. The micro-organisms form grains within these lesions, protecting them from antimicrobial agents. This makes the disease hard to treat, often resulting in unsatisfying outcomes and amputations in 25% of patients. Erasmus MC is collaborating in a universal consortium to develop desperately needed new drugs. You will contribute by isolating RNA from invertebrate infection models and performing transcriptomic analyses to identify innovative drug targets.
- Isolate RNA from invertebrate infection models.
- Perform transcriptomic analyses with international partners.
- Create and validate knock-outs in fungal and bacterial mycetoma pathogens.
Work environment
The Department of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (MMID) brings together over than 130 professionals, including medical microbiologists, infectious disease specialists, technicians and infection control practitioners. We work closely with various departments to treat and prevent infections in patients at Erasmus MC.
Our research focuses on three primary areas:
- Emerging antimicrobial resistance.
- Healthcare-associated infections.
- Emerging global infection.
The department has well-equipped diagnostic (ISO 15189 accredited) and research laboratories with a wide range of state-of-the-art techniques.
Qualifications and skills
We are looking for a dedicated and innovative researcher who has a PhD in biology, medical biology, or a related field. And also:
- Experience in cell culture and/or microbiological research.
- Work accurately and thoroughly, both independently and in a team.
- Have excellent skills in conducting innovative research.
For this position, we are also looking for someone has an excellent command of English, both spoken and written.
Before you apply please check our conditions for employment.
Terms of employment
- You will receive a temporary position for 3 years.
- A gross monthly salary between € 4,818,- and € 6,594,- (scale 11) based on a 36 hours workweek.
- Great fringe benefits, such as a 13th month which is paid 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, including a incompany physiotherapist and bicycle repairer. And there is also a gym where you can work on your fitness after work.
Ready to make a global impact through science? Apply now and join us in working towards better health worldwide.
More information
Make this vacancy your new job! Apply now via the application button. It starts with doing.
Specific questions about the vacancy? Wendy van de Sande, Associate Professor, is happy to answer them via w.vandesande@erasmusmc.nl
This vacancy is simultaneously open internally and externally. In case of equal suitability, internal candidates will have priority.
No agencies please.
Application proces
Application proces
Step 1 - Apply
Did we get you excited about this position? Submit your application through the application button. You will receive a confirmation of receipt from our recruiter right away.
Step 2 - Selection
Based on your application, we check to see if there is a fit between us. We will let you know as soon as possible whether you are invited for an interview.
Step 3 - Job interview
You have been invited for an interview, great! In this first meeting we get to know each other and see if You can form an idea of the position, the department and Erasmus MC. If the interview goes well usually a second interview follows.
Step 4 - Offer and terms of employment
It’s a match! Your future manager will discuss your salary and employment with you. You will also receive more information about our other terms of employment.
Step 5 - Getting started
Your first working day has come! We are more than happy to have you. Your new department will give you a warm welcome and provide you with all the information you need. Enjoy your job at Erasmus MC!
