BCNatal | Fetal Medicine Research Center is conducting a research project to develop an artificial placenta, which involves animal experimentation.
We are looking for a passionate individual to work as Expert in Fetal/Placental Physiology to perform a key position.
Context BCNatal | Fetal Medicine Research Center , directed by Prof. Eduard Gratacós, is a multidisciplinary research centre in fetal and perinatal medicine, recognised as one of the world's best research teams in the field.
Accredited by the Spanish government as an excellence research centre, it works to find solutions to diseases of prenatal origin.
The centre is ranked among the top international research groups in maternal-fetal medicine.
BCNatal-FMRC is the research branch of the BCNatal clinical centre, providing a privileged environment for clinically applicable and translational research.
Application process: Use the Talent Clue link to apply, attach your CV and a motivation letter including at least two references, which will not be contacted without your permission.
M ain purpose of the job: • Lead on the understanding on fetal/placental physiology during human and animal pregnancy, and supervision and development of the optimal medical/nutritional/hormonal support schemes for lamb/pig fetuses maintained in an artificial placenta system.
Main duties and responsibilities: • Work in close collaboration within a larger team with the main aim of understanding on fetal/placental physiology during humans' and animals' pregnancy.
• Conduct systematic in-depth literature reviews and design ad-hoc experiments, both leading to the definition of the optimal medical/nutritional/hormonal support protocols to maintain fetuses in the artificial placenta system and evaluate the impact in key organs.
• Develop and supervise projects involving fetal/placental physiology (i.e.
impact of nutrition and hormones in fetal growth and development, definition of normal ranges of nutrients and hormones in both human and animal pregnancy,…).
Other tasks: • Develop documentation including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Biological sample extraction, collection and processing.
• Participation in the animal experimentation procedures.
• Contribution to the publication of research results in national and international journals.
• Presentation of research results at national and international conferences.
• Maintain accurate records and document actions taken.
• Ensure prompt and efficient response to queries (daily trouble shooting), acknowledging all communication, and ensuring efficient flow of information.
• Comply with the 4Rs (reduction, reuse, recycling and recovery) and ethics involving animals in research.
• Perform other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job description as requested by the Project Manager, Principal Investigator, Scientific Manager or the Chief Investigator.
This job description reflects the present requirements of the post, and as duties and responsibilities change/develop, the job description will be reviewed and be subject to amendment in consultation with the post holder.
The appointee will be expected to carry out any additional duties as may reasonably be required within the general scope and level of the post.
We offer you: • You will participate in an innovative project in constant technological update.
• You will have a competitive salary according to your profile for this position.
• You will have a flexible time-table, with the support you need to conciliate and balance your personal and professional life.
• You will be part of an expert, young, dynamic, innovative and enthusiastic team united by a common purpose, to improve extreme preterm newborns prognosis.
• You will enjoy a professional work environment, which is really distinguished by our humanity and closeness.
And where we take care of diversity and inclusion.
Diverse viewpoints, your curiosity, bring diverse capabilities that strengthen our focus and fuel our growth.
• We are proud on offering equal opportunities and a close, welcoming environment.
All people receive consideration for our vacant positions, without distinction of gender, age, race, religion, identity, sexual orientation, origin, disability or any other characteristic.
Key Profile Requirements: The successful candidate should be educated to a degree/master/PhD in Biology, Biomedicine, Medicine or equivalent with experience as a researcher in fetal/placental physiology.
Experience working with animal models is desirable.
They should have good organizational and time management skills.
They should also have the ability to organize and prioritize a varied and demanding workload.
If you have any queries regarding the vacancy please contact our senior researcher, Elisenda Eixarch ( ****** ) For any queries on the application process, please contact our scientific manager Elisenda Bonet-Carne ( ****** ).
