We are seeking a talented and motivated junior postdoc to join a research team headed by Dr. Anna Duarri and Dr. Miguel Zapata at the Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR).
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on cell therapy to treat retinal diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa or age-related macular degeneration using retinal organoids as a model. The major research focus is on restoring retinal function in animal models.
Education and qualifications:
Required:
PhD in the field of Life Sciences (Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences..)
Animal Experimentation Certificate
Experience and knowledge:
Required:
Experience with small laboratory animals
Communication skills and fluency in written and spoken English
Ophthalmological techniques will be positively valued
Experience in stem cells and organoids
Experience in molecular and cellular biology techniques
Desired:
Interest in learning, able to work independently, critical thinking
Good computer skills, basic knowledge of bioinformatics and statistical analysis
Teamwork, proactivity (ability to work independently when necessary), and well organized and responsible individual in the workplace.
Main responsibilities and duties:
Work with human stem cells and organoid systems
Development of cell therapies, animal surgery, and in vivo monitoring related to ophthalmology
Work with laboratory animals
Gain experience in grant proposal and manuscript writing
Labour conditions:
Full-time position: 40h/week
Starting date: Immediate
Gross annual salary: 24.785,40 euros (Remuneration will depend on experience and skills. Salary ranges are consistent with our Collective Agreement pay scale)
Contract: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to the project activities
What can we offer?
Incorporation to Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), a public sector institution that promotes and develops biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d'Hebron University Hospital (HUVH).
A scientific environment of excellence, highly dynamic, where high-end biomedical projects are continuously developed.
Continuous learning and a wide range of responsibilities within a stimulating work environment.
Individual training opportunities.
Flexible working hours.
23 days of holidays + 9 personal days.
Flexible Remuneration Program (including dining checks, health insurance, transportation and more)
Corporate Benefits: platform through which you can obtain significant discounts on travel, culture, technology, gastronomy, sports... among many others.
Healthy Offering: choose from a variety of wellbeing focused activities to be the healthiest you.
Deadline to apply: 06-11-2024
VHIR embraces Equality and Diversity. As reflected in our values we work toward ensuring inclusion and equal opportunity in recruitment, hiring, training, and management for all staff within the organization, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, functional diversity or ethnicity.
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