After graduation
In the last decade, just over half of our graduates started a PhD track and about one third found employment in biotech companies or the pharmaceutical industry. There are plenty of great job opportunities in biomedical research in Belgium, as it has the highest number of clinical studies per capita. So you’re in the right place!
What have you learnt?
You’ll be properly prepared for the challenges ahead, thanks to the hands-on experience gained in internships, our multidisciplinary training and working with clinicians and colleagues trained in other domains such as pharmaceutical sciences or bioengineering. Your mission, as a biomedical scientist, is to try and trace back the cause of diseases, opening up opportunities for prevention and the development of new diagnostic methods and treatments. Reducing symptoms, but above all really curing the patient. A challenge, whose success depends on intensive international and cross-disciplinary collaboration at the crossroads of biomolecules, in vitro and in vivo preclinical research, clinical trials and patient care.
Are you aware that VUB sometimes looks for biomedical researchers?
That's right! You can build an exciting and meaningful career as a biomedical researcher here at your alma mater. As a large organisation we look for very diverse profiles.
Join our alumni community
In addition to enhancing your standing in the job market, obtaining a VUB diploma grants you access to a supportive network aimed at helping you achieve your professional goals and contribute positively to the world. Need more reasons to join? We've listed a few more below for you.
- Benefits on and off campus - A BasicFit annual subscription at half the price, student rates in the Resto... : being a former student pays off.
- Help with job applications - It is sometimes hard for young alumni to find their way on the labour market. We help you get off to a flying start.
- Networking - Join your faculty or study-programme alumni association and keep up to date with the latest networking events and developments in your field.