WELCOME TO MAASTRICHT UNIVERSITY!

Are you passionate about transforming biomedical research and making a real-world impact on patient lives? Do you want to play a key role in advancing human-based alternatives to animal models in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis research? Join the future of Osteoarthritis as our new project manager!
At the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Maastricht University, we are driven by one mission: to improve mobility and quality of life through innovative clinical care, research, and education.
The Molecular Cartilage Biology research group (Lead: Prof. Dr. Tim Welting) at the Laboratory for Experimental Orthopedics pushes boundaries in disease modeling, biomolecular therapies, and patient-specific diagnostics for osteoarthritis.
Osteoarthritis is one of the most prevalent and disabling chronic conditions worldwide. Yet, due to the poor predictive power of traditional animal models, no effective drug treatment currently exists.
That is why we are proud to be part of the CPBT (Centrum voor Proefdiervrije Biomedische Translatie) – a national initiative funded by the Nationaal Groeifonds (NGF) – focused on replacing animal testing with innovative, human-based lab models.
Within CPBT, our Osteoarthritis/Rheumatoid Arthritis Transition Project, led by Prof. Dr. Tim Welting, brings together top-tier academic institutions (Maastricht University, Utrecht University, UMC Utrecht) and industry partners to revolutionize preclinical research in musculoskeletal disease.

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Why work at Maastricht University?
At Maastricht University (UM), everything revolves around the future. The future of our students, as we work to equip them with a solid, broad-based foundation for the rest of their lives. And the future of society, as we seek solutions through our research to issues from all around the world. Our six faculties combined provide a comprehensive package of study programmes and research.
In our teaching, we use the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) method. Students work in small groups, looking for solutions to problems themselves. By discussing issues and working together to draw conclusions, formulate answers and present them to their peers, students develop essential skills for their future careers.
With over 22,300 students and more than 5,000 employees from all over the world, UM is home to a vibrant and inspiring international community.
Are you drawn to an international setting focused on education, science and scholarship? Are you keen to contribute however your skills and qualities allow? Our door is open to you! As a young European university, we value your talent and look forward to creating the future together.

YOUR ROLE

We are looking for a driven and organized Project Manager with a PhD in biomedical or life sciences. You will play a pivotal role in coordinating this ambitious project, helping to shift the paradigm in translational orthopedic research.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support and advise the project lead (Prof. Welting) in managing the project’s strategic goals
• Maintain strong communication and collaboration among academic and industry partners
• Prepare and manage reports, monitor milestones, and track project progress
• Maintain budget oversight and support financial reporting
• Gain sufficient scientific understanding of the project to contribute meaningfully to strategy and reporting
• (Preferred optional) Contribute to focused laboratory-based post-doc level research in molecular cartilage biology