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PhD in molecular bacteriology

Posted by KU Leuven • Leuven, Flanders, Belgium

📍 Leuven, Flanders 🕒 June 19, 2026
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About the Role

  • The candidate holds a Master degree in bioengineering science, (bio)chemistry, (molecular) biology or biotechnology with the equivalent of at least distinction (15/20 on the Belgian scale) 
  • The candidate has a critical and creative mind 
  • The candidate is a true problem solver with a proficiency to overcome technical challenges
  • The candidate is a team player with good communication skills
  • Proficient use of the English language for both oral and written communication
  • The candidate has wet-lab experience and is familiar with standard microbiology techniques; experience with aggregate research is a plus

    • The global antibiotic resistance crisis threatens modern medicine, with bacterial persister cells playing a key role in antibiotic therapy failure and resistance development. Persisters enter a dormant state, often linked to protein aggregation, which depletes key proteins and leads to dormancy. Our previous research has shown that a conser...

    Job Details

    • Location Leuven, Flanders
    • Job Type Full-time
    • Category Life Scientists
    • Posted June 19, 2026
    • Deadline July 29, 2026

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