The overall aim of the project is: 1) To uncover new signal transduction mechanisms; 2) To identify and characterize novel inhibitors of these processes. We take a multidisciplinary approach including high throughput chemical screens, genetics, (bio)chemistry, cell biology, zebrafish/mouse models and mathematics/bioinformatics.

You hold a PhD in (bio)chemistry or molecular cell biology. You have expertise in biochemistry and multiple years of experience. Experience with animal models is desirable. You are highly motivated with proven research abilities and an excellent publication record. Furthermore, you are willing and able to work both independently and also collaboratively as part of a team.

Fixed-term contract: 2 years.

You will be employed on the basis of a 36-hour week. Appointment is for four years, for the duration of the project. The salary will depend on your qualifications and experience, with a maximum of € 4,361 gross per month based on a full time position (scale 10 of the Collective Labor Agreement for University Hospitals).

LUMC

At the Leiden University Medical Centre (LUMC), we are continually seeking to improve the quality of healthcare. The LUMC aims for excellence in patient care, research, teaching, training and continuing education.

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Department Cell and Chemical Biology

The Department Cell and Chemical Biology is equipped with state-of-art facilities for molecular and cell biology (including iPS technologies), microscopy, biochemistry, proteomics, genetics (including DNA editing) and biological chemistry. We believe that curiosity-driven experimental research by talented researchers is at the very heart of true progress in biomedicine.