(Valid from 18/10/2023 to 29/02/2024)
Language: English (UK)
Country: Luxembourg
Organisation data: Department of Life Sciences and Medicine (DLSM)
Job Number: UOL06020
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Duration 36 Month
Schedule Type: Full Time
Work Hours 40.0 Hours per Week
Expected Start Date: 01/03/2024
Functions: PhD Candidates
Job (internal): Doctoral researcher-Marie Curie
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PhD student position in computational systems biology / Topic: Spatial modelling of cancer metabolic networks on multi-cell population level
Your Role...
Project Objectives: Methodological advances enable a deeper characterization of tumour tissues on the cellular (single-cell omics) and spatial level (imaging). Computational methods are needed for data integration and for gaining deeper insights, e.g., into tumour metabolic rewiring. In this DC we aim to: 1. Develop a novel computational approach for the integration of single-cell RNA-Seq and imaging data towards the detailed metabolic network modelling of cancer tissue on a multi-cell population level. 2. Together with consortium partners, apply this framework for the deeper characterization of metabolic alterations in TNBC and for the prediction of novel drug candidates and combinations.
Secondment(s): The applicant will undertake two secondments including secondment 1 at Galway University with Professor Glynn (approx. 3 months) and secondment 2 at University of Siena with Professor Morbidelli (approx. 3 months).
What we expect from you…
Required applicant profile: MSc in Systems Biology, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics or equivalent
Desired Skills: Strong background in computational and molecular biology, especially data, network and image analysis, as well as in biochemistry
In Short...
How to apply...
Applications should include:
Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.
The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.
In return you will get…
Further information...
For more information, contact: Professor Thomas Sauter / thomas.sauter@uni.lu
Lab Website: https://scholar.google.de/citations?user=6TU6vO8AAAAJ
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