August 2026 - BBClist - maillist.psb.ugent.be

Keep your eyes open - we have Bioimaging courses and PyMol3 visualization course
by BeNeLux bioinformaticians forum 20 Aug '26

20 Aug '26

Warning! This email originated from outside of PSB. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. -------------------------------------- VIB Training & Conferences Upcoming Training opportunities [cid:a5c36464-919a-4130-9a56-e151b9d66dde] 1. Scientific visualization and communication with PyMOL3<https://training.vib.be/all-trainings/scientific-visualization-and-communic…> <https://training.vib.be/all-trainings/scientific-visualization-and-communic…> 👆 When: 5 October Where: Brussels This hands-on course introduces how to load and navigate structures, inspect protein features, apply visualization techniques, and perform basic analyses. A strong focus is on creating clear figures and animations for publications and presentations. [cid:c75b5008-b3be-48c0-9ea9-85fd70e3b9b6] 2. Basic image processing using Fiji<https://training.vib.be/all-trainings/basic-image-processing-using-fiji-10>👆 When: 1st October Where: Ghent This training offers a hands-on approach to image processing with Fiji. You will learn to perform basic image processing tasks, apply filters, and use plugins for biological image quantification. This includes using built-in machine learning and neural network methods for image segmentation tasks. [cid:9bbcd06a-c56f-43e3-98fd-c63d293f9c94] 3. Quantitative bioimage analysis in QuPath: Essentials<https://training.vib.be/all-trainings/quantitative-bioimage-analysis-qupath…>👆 When: 2nd October Where: Ghent This training provides a hands-on introduction to QuPath. You will learn how to navigate the software and leverage built-in machine learning algorithms (including Random Forest and neural networks) to perform cell segmentation, classify pixels and objects, and extract quantitative features. You are welcome to contact us (trainingandconferences(a)vib.be) if you have any questions. Please share this email. Looking forward to seeing you around. VIB Training & Conferences vibtrainingandconferences.be<https://www.vibtrainingandconferences.be/#/> | elixir-belgium.org/training<https://www.elixir-belgium.org/training> Disclaimer: This message and any attachments are intended solely for the named recipient(s) and may contain confidential, privileged, or protected information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, or distribution is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please delete it and notify the sender immediately.

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Upcoming Training opportunities - VIB Training & Conferences
by BeNeLux bioinformaticians forum 17 Aug '26

17 Aug '26

Warning! This email originated from outside of PSB. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. -------------------------------------- VIB Training & Conferences Upcoming Training opportunities 🍃 Functional Plant Informatics using PLAZA<https://training.vib.be/all-trainings/functional-plant-informatics-using-pl…> 👆 p.s.: The registration can be done independent from the conference When: 15 September Where: Ghent A one-day workshop that will introduce the basic concepts of comparative and functional-omics data analysis in plants with lectures and hands-on sessions that will approach organization of plant genomes, evolution of plant gene families, orthologs and (in)paralogs, and the different systems used to describe gene functions. 💻Micro-credential Reproducible Data Analysis: an Essential Capability in Modern Science<https://training.vib.be/all-trainings/reproducible-data-analysis-2> 👆 When: 26 October (9 days classes spread) Where: Ghent and Leuven Get a mini-diploma issued by Ghent University while learning about version control, containers, pipelines, and data reproducibility . This will steer you towards the reproducibility of your research and the impact and reliability of findings and methods. 🤖Using generative AI responsibly and proficiently at work<https://training.vib.be/all-trainings/using-generative-ai-responsibly-and-p…> 👆 When: 13 October - afternoon (1/2day) Where: Leuven This training will strengthen your AI literacy. You will learn practical prompting techniques to make these tools support brainstorming, tone and style adjustments, content drafting, summarization, and even generating visual ideas. 📚Application of generative AI for scholarly work<https://training.vib.be/all-trainings/application-generative-ai-scholarly-w…> 👆 When: 27 October Where: Ghent During this training, you will explore different AI tools to support tasks from literature reviews to content drafting, summarization, and visualization. We will also show how you can leverage AI agents. You are welcome to contact us if you have any questions and to share this email with anyone it might be of interest. Looking forward to seeing you around. VIB Training & Conferences vibtrainingandconferences.be<https://www.vibtrainingandconferences.be/#/> | elixir-belgium.org/training<https://www.elixir-belgium.org/training> Disclaimer: This message and any attachments are intended solely for the named recipient(s) and may contain confidential, privileged, or protected information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, or distribution is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please delete it and notify the sender immediately.

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Senior Computational Biologist, Multi-Omics (Crop Genomics), Ghent
by BeNeLux bioinformaticians forum 13 Aug '26

13 Aug '26

Warning! This email originated from outside of PSB. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. -------------------------------------- Dear, We are seeking a Senior Computational Biologist to own the multi-omics evidence layer behind our trait discovery platform at Rainbow Crops. Rainbow Crops leverages multiplex genome editing, precision breeding, and AI to engineer crops with the genetic superpower to adapt to climate challenges, reduce chemical inputs, and enhance nutritional value. This is a hands-on individual-contributor role for a senior scientist who decides which data is worth generating and ingesting, designs the experiments that produce it, and turns the resulting datasets into defensible gene-to-trait evidence. You will report to the Head of AI and work as a senior peer alongside our AI and plant genomics experts. You will take full ownership of the multi-omics workstream, which both expands what the company can do and creates capacity in a small, fast-moving team. The role rests on three pillars: selecting and ingesting the datasets that expand our Trait Foundry knowledge graph, leading the experimental design, and running single-cell and other omics analyses across all projects. You are expected to challenge proposed designs, flag confounders before data is generated, and take a critical view of which datasets earn their place in our knowledge graph. About Rainbow Crops Rainbow Crops leverages multiplex genome editing, precision breeding, and AI to engineer crops with the genetic superpower to adapt to climate challenges, reduce chemical inputs, and enhance nutritional value. By targeting complex traits and improving multiple characteristics simultaneously, our technology tackles plant traits that have historically been difficult to enhance. We partner with seed companies and nonprofits to develop and make these advanced plant genetics accessible, benefiting farmers, consumers, and the environment, while driving sustainability and global food security. www.rainbowcrops.com. Full details on this position are at https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4450463490/ <https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4450463490/>or in attach. Please send your application to info(a)rainbowcrops.com. -- Tim Van den Bulcke, PhD Head of AI Rainbow Crops email tim(a)rainbowcrops.com

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CALL NOW OPEN: DKFZ Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026
by BeNeLux bioinformaticians forum 12 Aug '26

12 Aug '26

Warning! This email originated from outside of PSB. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. -------------------------------------- If this message is not displayed correctly, please click here. <https://t70da41a7.emailsys1a.net/mailing/284/9310954/2396595/5/313fd1c263/i…> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ DKFZ Postdoctoral Fellowships The DKFZ Postdoctoral Fellowships represent one of the most prestigious and competitive recruitment programs of the DKFZ Cancer Research Academy. In 2026, up to seven fellowships will be awarded to outstanding researchers with demonstrated scientific excellence and the potential to become future leaders in cancer research. Successful applicants receive a two-year full-time employment contract (TV-L E13) and the opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research in one of Europe’s leading cancer research centers. In addition to their research, postdocs benefit from a comprehensive program of professional development, mentoring, scientific exchange, and networking designed to support the transition to research independence. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Eligibility: Applicants must meet the following criteria: They must hold (or be expected to obtain) a qualification equivalent to a PhD. If the degree is expected after the submission deadline, the doctoral thesis must be submitted by October 31, 2026. The PhD degree must have been awarded no more than two years before the application deadline. They must demonstrate outstanding research achievements through scientific publications. External applicants are particularly encouraged to apply. Current DKFZ employees are only eligible to apply if they joined DKFZ after June 1, 2026. Application: Please submit your application in English as one PDF file via the online application portal (link below). Only applications submitted through the official application portal will be considered. The application must include: Completed application form (available here <https://t70da41a7.emailsys1a.net/c/284/9310954/1732/0/2396595/5/63154/b1094…>) A list of up to 5 preferred DKFZ laboratories/groups (please consult the recruiting groups in the research profile section of our website <https://t70da41a7.emailsys1a.net/c/284/9310954/1732/0/2396595/5/63148/34962…>) Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications PhD degree certificates (including transcripts and translations, where applicable) or proof that the doctoral thesis has been submitted Two letters of recommendation Please find further information on https://t70da41a7.emailsys1a.net/c/284/9310954/1732/0/2396595/5/63156/96bb3… <https://t70da41a7.emailsys1a.net/c/284/9310954/1732/0/2396595/5/63156/96bb3…> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Interdisciplinary projects are available spanning the following areas of cancer research: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Curious about joining? [Button: Apply now <https://t70da41a7.emailsys1a.net/c/284/9310954/1732/0/2396595/5/63152/b0878…>] Application deadline: 08.09.2026 We support and value diversity and encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups. If you require assistance during the application process, please contact postdoc(a)dkfz.de https://t70da41a7.emailsys1a.net/c/284/9310954/1732/0/2396595/5/60858/5f6d9…> https://t70da41a7.emailsys1a.net/c/284/9310954/1732/0/2396595/5/60859/11c6f…> https://t70da41a7.emailsys1a.net/c/284/9310954/1732/0/2396595/5/60860/26a37…> https://t70da41a7.emailsys1a.net/c/284/9310954/1732/0/2396595/5/60861/ca671…> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ DKFZ Cancer Research Academy International Postdoc Program German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) Foundation under Public Law Im Neuenheimer Feld 280, 69120 Heidelberg, Germany Management Board: Prof. Dr. med. Dr. h.c. Michael Baumann, Shalini Saxena (interim) https://t70da41a7.emailsys1a.net/c/284/9310954/1732/0/2396595/5/60878/cf4ff…> postdoc(a)dkfz.de> Want to change how you receive emails from us? Click here to update your recipient profile <https://t70da41a7.emailsys1a.net/p/70da41a7/DBSv5cflCk3zvUF7zlqeemTs7ZTergu…> or unsubscribe <https://t70da41a7.emailsys1a.net/284/9310954/1732/2396595/5/087e57c938/unsu…>

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AI Engineer / Bioinformatician – AI for Drug Discovery position in Montpellier
by BeNeLux bioinformaticians forum 11 Aug '26

11 Aug '26

AI Engineer / Bioinformatician – AI for Drug Discovery Join the *AI for Genome Interpretation (AI4GI)*group at *IGMM-CNRS, Montpellier*, for a 13-month engineer position with the possibility of renewal for up to 3 additional years. You will work at the intersection of *machine learning, bioinformatics, chemoinformatics and cancer biology*, in a collaboration between Raimondi and Hahne laboratories. The goal is to develop AI methods to predict drug responses in *treatment-resistant CMS4 colorectal cancer*and accelerate the discovery of new therapeutic molecules. Your work will include: * Developing *novel PyTorch-based machine learning methods*for drug-response prediction. * Integrating *pharmacogenomic, molecular and phenotypic data*from resources such as GDSC, DepMap and CCLE. * Developing molecular representations using *chemoinformatics, molecular fingerprints and graph-based approaches*. * Building an *Active Learning, experiment-in-the-loop framework*that selects the most informative compounds for experimental validation. * Applying the resulting models to the *virtual screening of 78 billion compounds*in the Enamine REAL chemical library. * Working closely with experimental cancer biologists to iteratively improve the computational models. We are looking for someone with strong *Python and machine learning skills*, a solid understanding of *mathematics, statistics and deep learning*, and familiarity with scientific computing and Linux. Experience in *bioinformatics, chemoinformatics, pharmacogenomics, drug-response prediction, GNNs, Active Learning, uncertainty estimation or HPC/GPU computing*is a strong advantage. This is an opportunity to develop *new AI methodologies with direct applications to drug discovery*, while working in a highly interdisciplinary and international research environment at IGMM-CNRS in Montpellier. *Contract:*13 months, renewable up to 3 years *Salary:* depending on experience, from around €2,521 gross/month *Benefits:*44 days annual leave/RTT, remote-working support, 75% public transport reimbursement and mobility allowance up to €300 *_Candidates can apply at this link_* https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Offres/CDD/UMR5535-SARADE-117/Default.aspx

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Research Software Engineering Day 2026 - Ghent, 15 December 2026 - Call for submissions open
by BeNeLux bioinformaticians forum 10 Aug '26

10 Aug '26

Dear colleague, We are pleased to invite you to the Belgian Research Software Engineering Day<https://www.vibconferences.be/events/research-software-engineering-day-4th-…>, which will take place on December 15th, 2026 at VIB-UGent, Tech Lane Ghent Science Park in Ghent, Belgium. If you are working with software in a research context or develop tools, write code, or support scientific computing, we invite you to submit your contribution to present or demonstrate your work. Please register for this year’s edition and send in your contributions<https://www.vibconferences.be/call-for-contributions-rse26>. During this day, you will have the opportunity to gather with other research software engineers to share your vast collective experience. Join the community for an exciting day of talks and workshops to discuss the challenges you face and the bugs you chase! The following keynote speakers were invited to present their work and insights: Carole Goble, The University of Manchester, UK Leslie de Cruz, VUB, BE Fenne Riemslagh, eScience Center, NL For the parallel sessions, we welcome submissions on software engineering practices in research, FAIR software in practice, development of and experiences with large language models, reproducible workflows, research software for High Performance Computing, and computational challenges in sciences. Formats include posters, demos and (short and long) presentations. You can submit your contribution by October 25th, 2026. Upcoming deadlines Abstract submission deadline: October 25th, 2026 Early Bird registration deadline: November 8th, 2026 Best regards, Alex On behalf of the Organizing committee Femke De Backere UGent - IMEC, BE Stefanie De Bodt Ghent University, BE Johan Philips KU Leuven, BE Kenneth Hoste Ghent University, BE Alexander Botzki, VIB, BE Disclaimer: This message and any attachments are intended solely for the named recipient(s) and may contain confidential, privileged, or protected information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, or distribution is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please delete it and notify the sender immediately.

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