We are looking for about 3-5 enthusiastic board members to help build and shape the board of the new sub-theme LUMC Center for Health and Ageing. We are specifically looking for a diverse group of researchers: early-career and senior, and from both fundamental and clinical research. All LUMC researchers can apply.

What is in it for you?

As a board member, you can:

  • get connected with colleagues across the LUMC and beyond
  • make yourself heard and seen as one of the main contributors to the research direction on health and ageing within the LUMC
  • acquire organisational skills and get acquainted with the organisational structure of research themes within the LUMC

What will the board do?

Together, the board will help:

  • define what the sub-theme LUMC Center for Health and Ageing stands for (mission and societal challenges)
  • map key research topics and connect researchers to these topics
  • help position the sub-theme within broader LUMC priorities
  • organize activities for the community (currently already organised: LUMC Center for Health and Ageing Science Meeting, LUMC Center for Health and Ageing writing retreat)
  • support communication of successes and opportunities (through the website and socials)

Practical

  • Board size: minimum 4 members (we aim for 4-6); each member will have a designated task (such as responsibility for activities, communication or strategy)
  • Term: 1-2 years (with possible extension up to 2 more years)
  • The board includes at least one PhD representative
  • The board has at least one LEGend Management Team member and will work together with the LEGend MT closely on strategic matters
  • The board will meet around once a month (in person / hybrid)

Interested?

Respond to ThemaLifecourse-Geroscience@lumc.nl before March 23rd 2026

Send a short motivation (a few lines is sufficient) explaining:

  • why you want to join
  • what you would like to contribute
  • your current role (and field: fundamental / clinical)