Plant Sciences Unit PhD in Computational Biology

We are currently looking for a talented PhD student in the context of the FWO-SBO funded project ‘MATCHMAKING: Unveiling Optimal Soybean-Rhizobia Matches in Northwestern European Environments’ (4-year position). This PhD position is a shared position between the VIB-UGent Center for Plant Systems Biology and ILVO.

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Important information

  • Location: Melle
  • Contract type: Full-time
  • Diploma: Master diploma
  • Application deadline Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

Your capabilities

  • You have a MSc degree in Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Computational Biology or Bioinformatics.
  • You have a solid background in plant biology, statistical data analysis, machine learning, R and Python programming
  • Experience with plant field trials is a plus
  • You are fluent in English (spoken and written).
  • You can work in a team as well as independently.
  • You are meticulous, well-organized, responsible and self-critical.
  • You take pride in delivering high-quality work.
  • You have a passion for science and you can think outside the box.

We offer

  • An exciting work environment in both a top basic research institute (VIB) and a top applied research institute (ILVO).
  • The opportunity to be part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary and international team.
  • A challenging project with high societal value.
  • Ample opportunity to learn new skills.
  • An attractive salary.

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Hilde Muylle

Hilde Muylle

Researcher on novel crops

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