Short-term Research Assistant in Applied Medical Biotechnology
Ghent University Global Campus (GUGC) is an integrated campus of Ghent University, Belgium, and the first European university to be part of the Incheon Global Campus (IGC) in Incheon, South Korea. Ghent University Global Campus currently offers Bachelor of Science programs in Molecular Biotechnology, Environmental Technology, and Food Technology. Ghent University is one of the top 100 universities in the world (ARWU 74th and in the Life Sciences subjects taught at GUGC, Ghent University ranks even higher.
Please visit the Ghent University Global Campus homepages to learn more about our organization: http://www.ugent.be/en andBhttp://www.ghent.ac.kr.
Job Summary
| Shirt-term Laboratory Assistant – Ghent University Global Campus Department: Department of Environmental Technology, Food Technology and Molecular Biotechnology (KR01) Degree: Basis education in Science, Biotechnology or Bio-engineering, BSc thesis covering the fields: Bioinformatics, Immunology, and Trypanosomiasis Contract: 5 months Occupancy rate: 100% Vacancy Type: Technical Laboratory Assistant Last application date: 16th December 2024 (Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as the position will be filled when there is a right candidate) Starting date: March 1st 2025. |
Job Position
Ghent University Global Campus, South Korea, has a vacancy for a short-term laboratory assistant position, starting from February 1st 2025. It concerns 5-month position.
The candidate will work under the supervision of Prof. Radwanska at the Center for Biomedical Research. The selected candidate is expected to perform research the research center in various ways, but with a dominant focus on bioinformatics. In addition, the candidate will provide scientific and administrative services.
Required Skills
- Basic education in Sciences, Biotechnology or Bio-engineering covering the fields: Immunology, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, and proven record of experience in Tyrpanosomiasis research field.
- Strong English communication and presentation skills in both speaking and writing, while proven teaching experience will also be considered as an asset.
- Knowledge of the Korean language is an asset, as it will enable you to mediate communication with Korean companies, equipment/reagent providers, and outsourcing partners.
- Excellent service-oriented mind and a pro-active attitude with the maturity to deal with stressful situations and a strong sense of responsibility.
- The ability to work independently, have strong self-learning ability, and maintain an excellent team spirit as well as strong working ethics.
- Willingness to work flexible working hours from time to time and participate in events outside of regular working hours can be required.
Application Documents
- Full resume (CV), including at least 2 references
- Transcripts (overview of study results)
- Motivation letter
All required documents must be submitted in English. The documents must be merged into a single PDF file, mentioning your name in the file title and sent to Prof. Dr. Magdalena Radwanska at magdalena.radwanska@ghent.ac.kr. The candidate will receive an e-mail confirming receipt of the application.
Application Process and Interview
- Interviews will take place in stages from the first available time, possibly via MS Teams.
- Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as the position will be filled upon finding the right candidate
We reserve the right to hold applications on file for potential future job openings.
Selection Process
- CV Screening -> Interview -> Internal committee -> Approval -> Acceptance Notice to the candidate selected.
- Basic Term of the Contract : Five month contract term.
- Salary : Base salary is on pre-determined GUGC scale.
- National Insurance & Severance- Four social insurances are covered
