Postdoctoral Research Position

Position The "Liver and Pancreas Development" laboratory (LPAD, de Duve Institute, Université catholique de Louvain, Brussels, Belgium) studies the molecular and cellular mechanisms that govern differentiation of liver and pancreatic cells in normal conditions and in cancer. We are looking for a motivated post-doctoral candidate to apply for a position that will start in early 2019 for two years. We will offer :

• multidisciplinary training in molecular and cellular biology, and in transgene technology
• a stimulating and competitive environment
• opportunities to interact with scientists in the context of national and international research networks
• opportunities to acquire transversal skills

For more information about ongoing research in the laboratory, see http://www.deduveinstitute.be/differentiation

Project The postdoctoral researcher will work on two related projects:
1/ Development of an ambitious and exciting basic research program addressing the mechanism of action of the Kras oncogene in cancer.
2/ Generation of antibodies recognizing splicing isoforms of Kras. These antibodies are expected to be used for the above projet and biomedical research.

Profile Candidates must hold a PhD in biology, pharmacy, medicine, veterinary sciences, biomedical sciences or agronomy and have first author research publications in international peerreviewed journals. Team spirit and knowledge of english are required. An "international mobility" status (i.e. who did not reside or work in Belgium for more than 24 months in the last three years) is required for this position.

Application with a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of two references should be sent by e-mail to patrick.jacquemin@uclouvain.be.