PhD position in kidney physiology research: from bench towards clinical application

Job description

We are looking for a PhD student to develop a project in the field of kidney physiology and metabolism, applied to prevention of chronic kidney disease.

This project will involve a large array of experimental and computational methods to investigate the relationship between intracellular pH and kidney cell metabolism, with the goal of developing a new tool for the identification of tissue acidification caused by kidney disease.

The student responsible for this project will also have the opportunity to visit partner laboratories in Europe to perform experiments using cutting-edge methods, including metabolomics and two-photon microscopy.

Work environment

The Rotterdam Kidney Lab brings together a diverse research team, creating a vibrant and collaborative research environment. Our broad research scope spans epidemiology, physiology, and both in vivo and ex vivo studies, with a strong focus on innovative kidney research through cutting-edge techniques.

Led by both clinicians and scientists, including your primary supervisor Pedro H. Imenez Silva, the lab offers a unique mentorship experience that goes beyond the traditional one-on-one model. Pedro will guide you through your PhD research while also supporting your career development beyond the PhD.

We are committed to both scientific excellence and promoting a work environment that balances productivity and well-being, ensuring that you thrive as part of a world-class research team.

Qualifications and skills

• You have a completed Master of Science in one of the life sciences.
• You are willing to work with animal experimentation and computational analyses.
• You have experience in wet lab research.
• You are available to travel at least once a year abroad for a few weeks.
• Experience with R and bioinformatics is a plus.

Before you apply please check our conditions for employment.

Terms of employment

• You will receive a temporary contract.
• The gross monthly salary amounts a minimum of € 3.017,- and a maximum of € 3.824,- (scale OIO).
• A fulltime position with a flexible schedule and the possibility to occasionally work from home.
• Excellent fringe benefits, such as a 13th month that is already paid out in November and an individual travel expense package.
• An International Office which aids you in preparing for you arrival and stay.
• Pension insurance with ABP, we take care of 70% of the monthly contribution.
• Special benefits, such as an in-company physiotherapist and bicycle repairer. There is also a gym where you can work on your fitness after work.

More information

If you are excited by the thought of this position and would like to apply, please do so by using the application form on our website.

For more information about this position, please contact Pedro H. Imenez Silva, Assistant Professor, +31 010 704 35 30.

No agencies please.