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PhD position : B-1000 Brussels, Belgium

2 PhD positions at the Breast Cancer Translational Research Laboratory (BCTL).

The BCTL laboratory directed by Pr. Christos Sotiriou MD, PhD, is located at the Institut Jules Bordet (Medicine Faculty, Université Libre de Bruxelles), the only comprehensive cancer centre in Belgium.
The current research projects of the lab include:
- Molecular characterization of breast cancer using several “omics” techniques to study tumour heterogeneity, disease progression and resistance to treatment(s);
- Characterization at the molecular levels the minimal residual disease including the study of circulating tumor cells and ctDNA;
- Several of the above translational research projects are part of international clinical studies.

Candidates should hold a master degree in medicine or life sciences and show strong interest for breast cancer research, genomics, bioinformatics and translational medicine.
Positions are initially funded for 2 years, with possible extension for additional 2 years. 
Starting date: 1st October 2014
Fluency in English is expected. Practical knowledge in French is a plus. 
Priority will be given to applicants with technical experience in cell/molecular biology or bioinformatics.

The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic and interdisciplinary team of researchers, oncologists and bio-informaticians working at the forefront of breast cancer translational research.

How to apply: Applications including a letter of application, an up-to-date CV and at least two referees should be sent to Dr Christos Sotiriou (christos.sotiriou@bordet.be)….

Job details

Employer:Jules Bordet Institute

Location:Institut Jules Bordet, BCTL, Boulevard de Waterloo, 125, B-1000 Brussels, Belgium

Expires:May 30, 2014

Job type:PhD Studentship

Salary:Unspecified

Qualifications:Postgraduate - Master's degree

Employment type:Temporary

Job hours:Full-time