Associate Professor in Molecular Therapy Development - ECPM/Human Genetics
Associate Professor in Molecular Therapy Development - ECPM/Human Genetics
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Job description
- Lead and manage a new junior research team within the Department of Human Genetics in close collaboration with the laboratory of Genetic Metabolic Diseases.
- Conduct cutting-edge research in molecular therapy, focusing on technologies such as AAV, RNA therapeutics, and CRISPR/Cas.
- Develop and implement strategies to secure external funding.
- Produce high-impact research publications.
- Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and supervision.
- Play a pivotal role in the development of ECPM and mentor junior researchers.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across different departments.
Specifications
- max. 36 hours per week
- €5459—€8309 per month
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Amsterdam UMC
Requirements
We are seeking a self-motivated and ambitious Associate Professor specializing in molecular therapy development for inherited metabolic diseases affecting the central nervous system. This role is crucial for advancing our understanding and treatment of rare neuro-metabolic diseases, and is part of our strategic initiative at ECPM.
Candidate is expected to participate and collaborate actively in the recently formed Emma Centre for Personalized Medicine, and support multidisciplinary education, activities and projects that will lead to accelaration of personalized therapies.
Candidate is expected to participate and collaborate actively in the recently formed Emma Centre for Personalized Medicine, and support multidisciplinary education, activities and projects that will lead to accelaration of personalized therapies.
- A PhD in medicine, medical biology or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in attracting external funding.
- A history of publications with many citations in relevant fields.
- Experience in teaching at BSc/MSc level.
- Expertise in AAV, RNA therapeutics, CRISPR/Cas technology or related areas.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Good command of English; proficiency in Dutch is an advantage.
Conditions of employment
- A contract for one year with possibility for a permanent position.
- Placement in salary scale 12 -14: € 5.459 to € 8.309 gross for a full-time position (depending on education and experience).
- In addition to a good basic salary, we offer 8.3% end-of-year bonus and 8% holiday allowance. Do you want to know what you will earn? Then calculate your net salary here (subject to change).
- Your pension is accrued with the ABP; VUmc contributes a large part of the premium (70%).
- In addition to excellent accessibility by public transport, we reimburse 75% of your OV travel costs (commuting costs) and also we offer a bicycle arrangement.
- Free and unlimited access to our online learning environment GoodHabitz.
- An active staff association and the Young Amsterdam UMC association, both of which organise fun (sports) activities and events.
Employer
Amsterdam UMC
The Emma Center for Personalized Medicine (ECPM) is dedicated to providing accurate diagnosis, innovative therapy, and tailored care for patients and families with rare genetic disorders.Our multidisciplinary approach integrates research, patient care, and education to advance the field of personalized medicine and improve patient outcomes.
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