Professor Trypanosoma

Department of Biomedical Sciences – Trypanosoma Unit For a more detailed research context, please refer to the PDF document. Your role: · Develop an innovative and internationally competitive research programme on trypanosomes, with a strong foundation in fundamental parasite biology and/or host–parasite–vector interactions. · Develop, apply and disseminate state-of-the-art experimental approaches in fundamental research, which may include advanced molecular biology, biochemistry, imaging, cell biology, multi-omics and/or computational methods, according to the candidate’s expertise and research interest. · Be willing to take responsibility for and further develop the unit’s existing translational and applied research portfolio, including its contribution to HAT diagnosis, molecular surveillance and control programmes, as well as the scientific use and maintenance of its tsetse fly facility. · Establish and foster strong global partnerships and collaborations. · Acquire competitive research funding and build up international reputation and visibility. · Contribute actively to the development and delivery of the educational portfolio of the Department of Biomedical Sciences and ITM, including supervision of Master students and PhD training. · Build and lead a team of scientific and technical staff, take up management responsibilities appropriate to the academic level. · Collaborate with other units in the Department of Biomedical Sciences and ITM to develop complementary research lines on vector-borne and protozoan diseases. · Contribute expertise to national and international bodies and stakeholders, where relevant to the candidate’s field. · Oversee and direct ITM’s WHO Collaborating Centre for Research and Training on Human African Trypanosomiasis Diagnostics. · Promote and contribute to the strategic vision of the department and to relevant ITM committees. Profiel Profile / Requirements · A PhD degree in biology, veterinary sciences, biomedical sciences, biochemistry, medicine, or equivalent field. · An excellent research profile in experimental/molecular parasitology of Trypanosomatids. · Experience with advanced experimental and/or computational approaches relevant to the proposed research programme. · A proven track record of successful grant writing and project supervision, in accordance with the candidate’s career stage. · A collaborative scientific profile and ability to develop interdisciplinary and international collaborations. · Experience in translational or applied research, capacity strengthening, and collaboration with institutions in endemic countries is considered an asset. · Prior experience in running a tsetse fly facility is not essential, though an interest in helping to run and utilize the tsetse facilities is considered an asset. · Experience in academic teaching and training in the field of parasitology is highly valued. · Excellent communication skills and respectful people management skills. · Fluent in English. Knowle

Offer The Institute of Tropical Medicine is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. Through your role, you will contribute to ITM’s socially relevant mission. We highly value human dignity and diversity, academic creativity, and a critical mindset, with a strong focus on solidarity and collaboration. The wellbeing of our staff, students, patients, and clients is central to everything we do. We offer: · A full-time appointment. Depending on your record and qualifications, you will be appointed to or tenured in one of the grades of the senior academic staff:

Het Instituut voor Tropische Geneeskunde in Antwerpen, België (ITG) staat internationaal aan de top op gebied van onderzoek, onderwijs en dienstverlening in tropische geneeskunde en gezondheidszorg in de ontwikkelingslanden. Het streven naar academische uitmuntendheid staat hoog op onze agenda. Samen met onze partners zetten we ons bovendien voortdurend in voor de bevordering van “Gezondheidszorg voor Allen”.