ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY
Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, as well as technical and social service provision on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With its 11 faculties and more than 80 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its staff and students.
YOUR TASKS
The candidate will contribute to the EXCITE2 project by providing Transnational Access (TNA) support for the processing, analysis and interpretation of X-ray micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) data.
The main focus of the position will be on supporting international users in transforming complex micro-CT datasets into reliable and quantitative information. The candidate will work closely with visiting researchers and EXCITE2 users, providing expert guidance throughout the data-processing workflow, from image reconstruction and optimisation to advanced image analysis, segmentation, visualisation and quantitative data extraction.
The candidate will:
- provide TNA services related to X-ray micro-CT data processing and image analysis;
- support users in selecting and applying appropriate image-processing and analysis workflows;
- perform and optimise 3D image segmentation, visualisation and quantitative analysis of micro-CT datasets;
- work extensively with advanced image-analysis software, including Thermo Scientific Avizo, and related tools;
- assist users in interpreting their datasets and extracting scientifically relevant quantitative parameters;
- develop, improve and document reproducible data-processing workflows for different types of materials and research questions;
- contribute to the further development of data-processing expertise and services within the EXCITE2 infrastructure;
- collaborate with researchers and technical staff across the EXCITE2 network;
- provide clear documentation, training and knowledge transfer to users where appropriate.
As the position involves intensive interaction with external researchers and infrastructure users, the candidate should combine strong technical expertise with a service-oriented and user-focused attitude. Excellent communication skills, the ability to understand the scientific needs of users, and a willingness to help researchers obtain the maximum scientific value from their micro-CT data are essential.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- You hold a Master’s degree or a thesis-based doctorate.
The candidate should have:
- demonstrated experience with X-ray micro-CT data and 3D image analysis;
- hands-on experience with Avizo or comparable advanced 3D image-processing software;
- experience with segmentation, filtering, visualisation and quantitative analysis of volumetric datasets;
- the ability to translate scientific questions into appropriate image-analysis workflows;
- a strong interest in supporting researchers from different scientific disciplines;
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
- a customer-oriented, service-minded and solution-driven approach;
- the ability to work both independently and as part of an international and interdisciplinary team.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- We offer you a contract of definite duration for the period from 1.2.2027 until 31.3.2028.
- Your contract will start on 1/02/2027 at the earliest.
- Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale WM1 to WM4 (if you hold a Master’s degree) or salary scale PD1 to PD4 (if you hold a doctorate). Click here for more information about our salary scales.
- All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff benefits.
INTERESTED?
Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not submitted through the online system.
Your application must include the following documents:
- In the field ‘CV’: your CV and a transcript of your academic record (merged into one pdf file)
- In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format
- In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages.
- In the field “other documents”: any extra relevant information
Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.
As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Cnudde (Veerle.cnudde@ugent.be)
Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.
