Assistant Professor neuropathology research

We aim at positioning Amsterdam UMC as a leading neuropathology research center in the Netherlands and Europe and consider your expertise and ambitions indispensable to this goal. We seek candidates with skills in molecular and cellular biology, multiomics, imaging, and neurobiology, with a strong focus on neurodegenerative diseases. Expertise in Alzheimer's disease and/or other neurological disorders including Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis will be prioritized.

To achieve our vision, we seek an ambitious PI to help shape the future of our neuropathology group and conduct cutting-edge neuropathology-related research. You will closely collaborate with and be mentored by experienced neuropathologists and scientists affiliated with the Amsterdam Neuroscience research institute, a joint venture of Amsterdam UMC, the science faculties of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and the University of Amsterdam, and the Dutch Brain Bank.

About you

• You have a PhD in neuroscience, molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, immunology, or a related field.
• Expertise in genomics, medical- or spatial molecular image analysis, and international experience is highly advantageous.
• You have an interest in developing disease 3D models that facilitate the integration of multiple modalities, including histopathology, multiomics, and molecular imaging.
• Knowledge of brain (tissue) histology and anatomy.
• You are an early/mid-level career independent researcher with several years of working experience in an academic environment.
• You have excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with neurobiologists and pathologists are essential attributes for this role as the neuropathology laboratory is uniquely positioned within the neuroscience research institute branching out to multiple disciplinary research lines in the fields of aging and chronic inflammation.
• You have affinity with teaching and mentoring bio(medical) students and organization sensitivity.
• You should either hold University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) registration (Basis Kwalificatie Onderwijs in Dutch) or be willing to obtain it.

Tenure-Track Criteria

This tenure-track faculty position (UD level) entails an initial 4-year contract with the ultimate goal of securing a permanent full faculty position contingent upon tenure-track achievements evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Publications in medium/high impact journals;
• Establishing and fostering intra- and extramural collaborations;
• Capacity to acquire external national and international funding to support your research, from organizations such as ERC, NWO, Alzheimer/MS/Brain foundations, etc.

Our offer

Start-up package:

• A 4-year contract, with the potential for a permanent full faculty position and support from an experienced research technician.
• Universitair Docent (UD) Salary scale 11 or 12: €4.678-6.402 or €5.677-7.232 based on a 36-hour week (scale depending on qualifications and experience).
• Additional benefits: 8.3% year-end bonus and 8% holiday allowance.
• Free and unlimited access to our online learning environment GoodHabitz.
• Pension accrual with BeFrank, a modern, understandable, and well-priced pension.
• Excellent public transport accessibility, with reimbursement of a large part of your transport costs. We also have a favourable bicycle scheme for those who cycle.
• Active personnel association: The Young Amsterdam UMC association and other personnel groups, organize various (sports) activities and events.

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