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About the Organization
Sciensano is a renowned scientific institute that is dedicated to the challenge of uniting science, health and society. Sciensano is made up of about 1000 passionate workers who are committed every day to serving human and animal health through a variety of activities carried out in a professional and independent framework. Thanks to its long tradition of scientific expertise, Sciensano has distinguished itself as a leading scientific and public institution, but also as a key player in the interconnection between human health, animal health, and the environment ! Today, Sciensano draws its strength and specificity from a global and multidisciplinary approach to health, mobilizing unique research angles with the objective of contributing to the health of everyone.
More about Sciensano at : www.sciensano.be
Job description
Wanna give your training a strong societal turn ?
We are currently looking for Master's students to join our Omics and Oncogenetics team. As an intern, you will contribute to research projects and data analyses within this unit, which is part of the Sciensano Cancer Centre.
The Sciensano Cancer Centre is a centre of expertise that supports and brings together stakeholders involved in cancer control through the scientific expertise of its researchers, in collaboration with healthcare professionals, patients, research and knowledge centres, and other national and international experts.
Our Centre coordinates and facilitates collaboration among stakeholders involved in cancer prevention and care, with a particular focus on scientific innovation aimed at improving the characterization of cancer cells and normal cells.
These innovative technologies are transforming cancer care across the entire patient pathway. They enable not only the development of treatments targeting specific molecular alterations, but also more accurate diagnosis, improved cancer risk assessment, and long-term patient follow-up. This rapidly evolving field is known as precision medicine.
For the 2026–2027 academic year, we offer four Master's thesis topics in the field of precision medicine:
Topic 1: Implementation of a paediatric precision cancer medicine program in Belgium.
Topic 2: Implementation of polygenic risk score in Belgium: contextual analysis, roadmap in light with other international initiatives
Topic 3: Contextual analysis and recommendations for the implementation of a genomic medicine program in Belgium in light with other international initiatives (scoping review).
Topic 4: Mapping the technology readiness and implementation of omics technologies in cancer research and care in Belgium
Sciensano : The ideal place for your Internship. Doing your internship at Sciensano means choosing to give your training a strong societal turn, through an immersion in our stimulating work environment made up of people dedicated to shaping a better future in the field of health. Do you think you have the talent, the desire to learn and the commitment that we are looking for in our future intern? Then don't wait any longer! At Sciensano, our employees are a strength and deserve our full attention. You will discover an organization with a human face, where the development of people is a priority, and where your mentor is a dedicated scientist whose mission is to accompany you on a journey of discovery and excellence. You will evolve in a warm environment where the values of kindness, inclusion, diversity, respect and openness become reality.
You like what you are reading ? Amazing ! Then, your tasks will involve :
Data collection and analysis
Qualitative research
- Conduct interviews with healthcare professionals in Dutch and French.
Quantitative research
- Distribute and monitor a REDCap survey completed by healthcare professionals.
Literature review (Scoping Review)
- Contribute to the preparation and conduct of a scoping review of the scientific literature.
Profile
Your profile :
- Degree: Master's student in in Health Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, Psychology, Sociology (with a strong interest in health sciences), Medical Anthropology, or a related field with an interest in healthcare implementation research.
- Soft skills: Excellent communication and writing skills, with the ability to analyze complex data. Strong professional integrity and attention to detail in performing tasks, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the results.
- Hard skills: Expertise in oncology or a strong interest in Implementation Science and healthcare, particularly in the fields of genomics, other omics technologies, genetic predisposition, and cancer. Good understanding of healthcare implementation research.
Language proficiency :
- Excellent command of the two Belgian national languages (Dutch AND French).
- An active, good command of the English language is essential.
We offer
The Offer :
- A full-time internship at a renowned scientific institute
- A dedicated mentor who will accompany you throughout your internship
- The opportunity to connect with leading scientists in your field
- A clear internship convention between you, your institution and us
- A stimulating internship environment to strengthen your expertise or acquire a first great experience
Application deadline : by 1st of August 2026.
Contact
Send your application quickly via our website : https://www.sciensano.be
What happens next ?
1° Our recruiters will analyze each application
2° We will then send you an email to inform you of the decision made based on your cv and cover letter
3° The candidates whose application best matches the position will be invited for an interview
