• You comply with the transnational mobility rule of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie doctoral network. You did not reside or carry out your main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the country of the host organisation for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately before the recruitment date. Compulsory national service, short stays such as holidays, and time spent as part of a procedure for obtaining refugee status are not considered.
• Master degree in Biomedical Sciences, Veterinary Sciences or other life-science relevant field.
• You have experience with molecular (micro-)biology techniques and/or flow cytometry and cell culture.
• For project 2: interest or expertise with antibodies or B cells is preferred.
• You have an appreciation for interdisciplinary work with interest in chemistry.
• You have excellent verbal and written communication in English.
• You are intrisically motivated, scientifically curious and a team player.
• You are eligible to work in the European Union.

• A great start of your research carreer in an internationally renowned research lab and in an interdisciplinary international network.
• Opportunity to perform creative and state-of-the art research in the field of infectious diseases
• Work in a mid-sized team on collaborative and independent projects with highly motivated colleagues
• Participation in network-wide training activities, courses, workshops and conferences
• As a student in the AMC Graduate School you will also have access to additional training and development
• A contract for 12 months, with the intention to extend for a total of 4 years. The Guideline PhD contract applies to this vacancy.
• Classification in salary scale OIO: € 3.017to € 3.824 gross for full-time employment (depending on education and experience).
• In addition to a good basic salary, we offer 8.3% end-of-year bonus. Calculate your net salary here.
• Vacation hours: 190,4 per year for fulltime and possibility to save additional hours.
• Free and unlimited access to our online learning environment GoodHabitz.
• Pension accrual with the ABP, of which we pay 70% of the premium.
• A reimbursement of your public transport expenses. Do you prefer to come by bike? Then we have a good bicycle scheme.
• An active staff association and Jong Amsterdam UMC association, both of which organize fun (sports) activities and events.

The selection process

• The selection process for this vacancy will take place in the second half of May 2025. The start date of these positions will not be before October 1st.
• AUREUS will select 15 doctoral candidates through a 4-step recruitment process. The selection procedure will be open, transparent, and merit-based, fully aligned with the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers. Although the selection will be based on the quality of applications, gender balance will be also considered. More details about the selection process can be found here.
• Note that your application (cv and motivation letter) will be shared with the AUREUS research groups.

Applications (in English) must include two documents:

1) One PDF file to be submitted under 'cv' containing:

• An updated cv (max 2 pages).
• Scanned copy of the diploma (usually the Master’s Degree), which formally entitles the applicant to embark on a doctorate degree. In case the Master’s Degree has not been obtained yet at the closing date for application, the candidate has to send a declaration signed by his/her supervisor or from the University stating that the degree will be obtained before the start date of PhD enrollment.
• Letter of Recommendation from two appropriate referees or contact details of two references.
• Transcripts of records.

2) One PDF file to be submitted as a cover letter:

• This includes your motivation for the position and should emphasize your strengths regarding the project and the requirements (max 3 pages, font size 12 and single spacing, with figures if necessary). If you've applied for multiple projects, clearly indicate which other project(s), e.g. Project_DC#, you applied for in your cover letter.

If you have any questions about this position, please feel free to contact Nina van Sorge, professor, via n.m.vansorge@amsterdamumc.nl.

For more information about the application procedure, please contact Rhiannon Sandfort, recruitment advisor, via r.e.sandfort@amsterdamumc.nl.

A reference check, screening and hiring test may be part of the procedure. Read here whether that applies to you. If you join us, we ask you for a VOG (Certificate of Good Conduct).

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.