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Research Expert

Research Expert

KU LeuvenLeuven, BE
7 dagen geleden
Functieomschrijving
  • You hold a PhD in Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Bioengineering Sciences or related discipline.
  • You have at least 10 years of postdoctoral experience.
  • You have a thorough understanding of molecular biology and AAV-based gene therapy.
  • You have several years of experience with AAV transgene cassette design including knockout, knockdown, gene editing strategies, and / or dual AAV large cargo delivery.
  • You combine excellent problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset.
  • Experience in research valorization, including patent application processes, is considered an asset
  • You have strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proven record of collaborations and effective work with academic and industrial partners.
  • You have experience with writing project applications and research reports.
  • You can identify scientific and technological challenges in the field and translate them into concrete actions.
  • You have good organizational and managerial qualities within a research context.
  • Your English communication skills, both written and verbal, are excellent.
  • Spearheading innovative research initiatives — from design to delivery — to enable the development of breakthrough gene therapy products.
  • Managing a team of researchers and technicians.
  • Driving the creation of novel intellectual property and identifying broader valorization opportunities, in close collaboration with the KU Leuven tech transfer office to build a robust and strategically aligned IP portfolio.
  • Establishing and nurturing a national and international network of academic and industry partners focused on gene therapy product development.
  • Engaging in internal and external research meetings to share insights, spark innovation, and strengthen collaborative efforts.
  • Acting as a subject matter expert, offering technical guidance to both internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Dissemination of scientific knowledge by publishing in international journals and presenting at conferences.
  • Preparing grant applications to secure funding for research programs, in collaboration with academic and biotech / pharma partners.
  • The Trellis Research Group, embedded in the Departments of “Cellular and Molecular Medicine” and “Microbiology, Immunology and Transplantation” at KU Leuven, is looking for a highly motivated and skilled research expert to join its Gene Therapy Discovery Science Team. The Research Expert will shape a forward-looking gene therapy pipeline, leveraging technological advancements to unlock treatments for diseases currently beyond the reach of AAV-based therapies.

    • A full-time position of unlimited duration in a young and dynamic team of ± 25 people with different backgrounds and expertise, all sharing the same ambition : delivering new therapeutics to patients.
    • The opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art lab that nurtures novel research initiatives.
    • Gaining deep knowledge of gene therapy research and the associated development process.
    • Superb career development opportunities with a long-term perspective.
    • The chance to connect to a dynamic network of both academies and industrial partners in an international setting.
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