A two-year postdoctoral position is available at the laboratory for stem cell-based development headed by Dr. Nicolas Rivron. The laboratory is located at the MERLN institute for technology-driven regenerative medicine (Maastricht) and at the Hubrecht institute for developmental biology and stem cell research (Utrecht). The laboratory has access to first-class facilities for microscopy, single cell sequencing and microfabrication, and provides investigators with the opportunity to pursue innovative, multidisciplinary research at the interface between stem cell biology and quantitative science.
For more information, visit https://www.nicolasrivron.org

Our goal is to investigate the flow of information between the blastocyst cells using stem cell-based blastoids. These studies will be underpinned by multidisciplinary approaches combining genetics engineering , high-content screening of molecules, and single cell sequencing.

You must hold a PhD (or equivalent experience) in a relevant life sciences or biomedical discipline and have a strong interest in stem cells and early development. Extensive experience in embryonic stem cells and molecular biology techniques is essential. A proven publication record, with at least one first author publication in a peer-reviewed international journal is also essential. Expertise in cell signaling and genetic engineering would be an advantage.

You must also have the ability to develop and apply new concepts, have a creative approach to problem solving, and be able to write clearly and succinctly for publication.

Fixed-term contract: 2 years.

Fixed-term, 2 years

The terms of employment of Maastricht University are set out in the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities (CAO). Furthermore, local UM provisions also apply. For more information look at the website www.maastrichtuniversity.nl > Support > UM employees

Maastricht University

Maastricht University is renowned for its unique, innovative, problem-based learning system, which is characterized by a small-scale and student-oriented approach. Research at UM is characterized by a multidisciplinary and thematic approach, and is concentrated in research institutes and schools. Maastricht University has around 16,300 students and 4,300 employees. Reflecting the university's strong international profile, a fair amount of both students and staff are from abroad. The university hosts 6 faculties: Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Faculty of Law, School of Business and Economics, Faculty of Humanities and Sciences, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience.

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Merln Institute for Technology Inspired Regenerative Medicine

The Institute for Technology-Inspired Regenerative Medicine (MERLN) strives for a leading position in the field of biomedical engineering by combining creative research with training an interdisciplinary generation of scientists. MERLN’s activities operate at the interface of biology and engineering and aim to maximise outreach at the level of public involvement, development, and the commercialisation of research. MERLN’s vision is based on sharing knowledge, infrastructure, and ambition. Research at MERLN is focused on developing novel and challenging technologies to advance the field of tissue and organ repair and regeneration. The strategy focuses on - but isn't limited to - the development of “smart” biomaterials which can trigger intrinsic tissue repair mechanisms mediated by the patient’s own cells. The primary focus of the research activities is on connective tissue repair and regeneration.

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