Call for International Postdoctoral Fellows – TORC (via IRIS COFUND)
The TORC research group at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) invites highly motivated postdoctoral researchers to apply for the IRIS COFUND programme.
We will support an international postdoctoral candidate linked to the following research theme:
PANSCREEN – a Belgian research project that investigates whether a structured, patient‑centered surveillance approach can improve early detection of pancreatic cancer in individuals at increased risk while being feasible, acceptable, and cost‑effective within the Belgian healthcare system.
Important – Application Process
This is not a standard job application. To meet the mobility rule for an MSCA COFUND postdoctoral position, you must not have resided or carried out your main activity (such as work or studies) in Belgium for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before the call deadline (June 30, 2026).
Candidates cannot apply by simply sending a CV. Instead, selected applicants will be supported by TORC to jointly develop a project proposal within the defined topic, which must be submitted to the IRIS COFUND programme.
First step (mandatory):
Interested candidates must contact us as soon as possible (deadline May 17, but the sooner the better) at torc@vub.be with:
- a CV
- a short description of research interests
In a following step, selected candidates will work closely with a promotor within TORC to develop a competitive fellowship proposal.
Final submission deadline:
The complete proposal must be submitted to IRIS COFUND by 30 June.
The 30 June deadline is the official IRIS COFUND submission deadline, not a deadline to send a CV. Early contact is therefore essential to allow sufficient time for proposal preparation.
Why apply with TORC?
TORC offers a dynamic and collaborative research environment with strong expertise in oncology research, access to state-of-the-art infrastructure, and close integration with clinical partners.
For more information or to apply, please reach out to torc@vub.be