Post-doctoral researcher in global nutrition - Volksgezondheid en Eerstelijnszorg (29505)

Organisation/Company

Ghent University

Research Field

Biological sciences » Nutritional sciences
Medical sciences » Other

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Belgium

Application Deadline

5 Jan 2026 - 22:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

→  Apply before 05/01/2026 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time)
→  Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
→  Department: GE39 - Volksgezondheid en Eerstelijnszorg
→  Occupancy rate:50%
→  Number of positions: 1
→  Type of employment: Contract of limited duration
→  Term of assignment: 
→  Wage scale: PD1 to PD4 (doctoral degree)
→  Required diploma:PhD

ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY

Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, as well as technical and social service provision on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With its 11 faculties and more than 80 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its staff and students.

YOUR TASKS 

You will be appointed as a postdoctoral researcher and will contribute to ongoing and new research projects in the field of global nutrition. Your main tasks include:

• Project management of research projects related to global nutrition, with a particular focus on childhood malnutrition in low-resource settings
• Preparation and coordination of ethics submissions, tenders, and administrative research documentation
• Development of research protocols and support for the implementation of clinical and field-based studies
• Scientific and administrative support of ongoing clinical studies, including coordination with international partners
• Assistance in writing competitive research grant applications
• Support in writing scientific manuscripts and other research outputs for peer-reviewed journals
• General administrative and organizational tasks related to research activities

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR 

• You hold a thesis-based doctorate (PhD), preferably in global nutrition, public health, nutrition science, epidemiology, or a related discipline
• You have demonstrated experience in global nutrition research, particularly in the field of childhood malnutrition in low-resource settings
• You have experience with project coordination and research administration (e.g. ethics applications, protocol development, reporting)
• You have a strong scientific writing profile and are able to contribute to grant writing and manuscript preparation
• You are well organized, able to work independently, and capable of coordinating multiple tasks simultaneously
• You have excellent written and spoken English.
• Experience working in international or multidisciplinary research teams is considered an asset
• The position is available at an employment rate of 50% to 100% (to be discussed).

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• We offer you a contract of definite duration for a period of 1 year, with the possibility of an extension for a maximum of one additional year, subject to the availability of funds. The position is available at an employment rate of 50% to 100% (to be discussed). State in the application your desired employment rate.
• Your contract will start on 1 February 2026 at the earliest.
• Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale PD1 to PD4 (if you hold a doctorate).  Click here for more information about our salary scales .
• All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff benefits .

INTERESTED?

Apply online through the e-recruitment systembefore the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not submitted through the online system.

Your application must include the following documents:

• In the field ‘CV’: your CV including full publication record and titles of projects you were involved in. Describe your role in these projects (merged into one pdf file)
• In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format
• In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages.
• In the field “other documents”: reference letters (optional)

Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.

As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Bryan Gonzales (hob@UGent.be ). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.

Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact us via selecties@ugent.be .

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/ghent-university/2025/post-doctoral-researcher…

Research Field

Biological sciences

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Medical sciences

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Ghent University

Country

Belgium

City

Ghent

Postal Code

9000

Street

Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat 33

City

Ghent

Website

http://www.ugent.be/en

Postal Code

9000

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