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The Department of Veterinary Sciences in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical, Biomedical and Veterinary Sciences is looking for a full-time (100%)
doctoral scholarship holder in the field of reproductive toxicology
Position
- You will work actively on the preparation and defence of a PhD thesis of reproductive toxicology investigating the impact of pharmacotherapy during pregnancy on offspring’s fertility.
- You will draw up a research plan and corresponding research methods in consultation with your supervisor(s) and undertake the necessary administration for a smooth PhD process.
- You will conduct the research efficiently and to an appropriate standard, possibly abroad, and compete for funding for general or specific costs.
- You will report progress to your supervisor(s) and committees, and present your research at scientific conferences.
- You will defend your thesis publicly and publish in the scientific press.
- You will make a supporting, scientific contribution to existing research projects or lines of research within beyond your own doctoral research.
- You will compete for internal or external predoctoral funding.
- In addition to project-based research, you will also be responsible for a limited range of support tasks related to teaching and/or research management within the Comparative Perinatal Development and/or Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry group(s).
Profile
- You hold a Master degree in life sciences (Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Applied Biological Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology,…) or you will have obtained it by the time you start work.
- You can demonstrate good study results.
- You have a good knowledge of English, both oral and written.
- Your research qualities are in line with the faculty and university research policies.
- Your teaching competences are in line with the University of Antwerp’s educational vision.
- You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity and cooperation.
- You stand for open and honest communication.
- You will compete for internally and externally financed personal research grants (e.g. FWO).
- Foreign applicants from outside of the European Union are asked to inform themselves about visa regulations.
What we offer
- We offer a doctoral scholarship for a period of one year. Following a positive evaluation, the scholarship can be renewed once for another period of 1 year, up until a maximum of 4 years in total.
- We offer the opportunity to take part in academic activities within the scope of your work, as well as the opportunity to further develop yourself through training and education.
- The planned start date is 1 February 2027 or as soon as possible after that date.
- Your monthly scholarship amount is calculated according to the scholarship amounts for doctoral scholarship holders.
- You will receive ecocheques, internet-connectivity allowance and a bicycle allowance or a full reimbursement of public transport costs for commuting.
- As a doctoral researcher, you will have access to a wide and varied range of courses and an educational credit through the Antwerp Doctoral School.
- You will do most of your work at Campus Drie Eiken in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.
- Find out more about working at the University of Antwerp here.
Want to apply?
- You can apply for this vacancy through the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform up to and including 30 November 2026 (by midnight Brussels time). Click on the 'Apply' button and complete the online application form. Be sure to include the following attachments:
- a motivation letter
- your academic CV
- a summary of your Master thesis
- contact details of 1 professional referee
- These documents are required and must be included. If one or more documents are missing, your application will be declared inadmissible.
- The selection committee reviews all applications as soon as possible after the application deadline. As soon as a decision is made, we will notify you. If you are still eligible after the pre-selection, you will be informed about the possible next step(s) in the selection procedure.
- If you have any questions about the online application form, please check the frequently asked questions or send an email to jobs@uantwerpen.be. If you have any questions about the job itself, please contact the supervisors Prof. Dr. Steven Van Cruchten, steven.vancruchten@uantwerpen.be or Prof. Dr. Ruth Appeltant, ruth.appeltant@uantwerpen.be.
The University of Antwerp received the European Commission’s HR Excellence in Research Award for its HR policy. We are a sustainable, family-friendly organisation which invests in its employees’ growth. We encourage diversity and attach great importance to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities, regardless of gender identity, disability, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and with diverse characteristics to apply.
