We seek a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with a strong background in bioinformatics and multi-omics analysis.
The candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing our research lines in diagnostic and therapeutic microbiome applications of the microbiome in infectious diseases and cancer.Our current research is focused on the exploration of diagnostic markers derived from a multi-omic analysis of the microbiome, with a special focus on tuberculosis and anal cancer.
Additionally, we are investigating the microbiome's influence on immunotherapy responses in lung cancer following fecal microbiota transplants, and the unique immune responses in people with HIV exhibiting natural control.The Applied Microbiome group, a part of the Infectious Diseases Service of the Ramón y Cajal Hospital and Research Area 2 of the Ramón y Cajal Institute for Health Research (IRYCIS), is a vibrant interdisciplinary team.
Our research spans several critical areas, including strategies for HIV, the microbiome's role in HIV immunopathogenesis, diagnostic marker identification in HIV/AIDS, and the effects of HIV on aging and disease progression.
Additionally, we are active in epidemiology, focusing on early HIV diagnosis and various clinical-epidemiological aspects of HIV, often in collaboration with international cohorts.
In the field of cancer, we are exploring the microbiome for cancer diagnostic biomarkers and its potential to enhance immunotherapy treatments.We are proud to offer a dynamic and stimulating work environment with highly productive research lines and a strong emphasis on innovation and clinical translation.
We work within an academic hospital setting and are actively engaged in projects that bridge the gap between innovation, technology transfer, and clinical application.
More detailed information about the group's activities can be found on the IRYCIS website.Gross Salary: 32.756€/yearDuration: 2 yearsRequired Education and Experience LevelPhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology or related fieldsProficiency in bioinformatics tools and programming languages commonly used in omics technologies (Python, R)Experience with high-throughput omics analyses and data interpretation related to the microbiome.Experience in multi-omics integration is highly desirable.Proficiency in (multivariate) statistical analysesPersonal SkillsTeam working capacitiesHigh motivation and interest in advancing in professional development and acquiring new skills.Vocation for research.Ability in scientific writing and preparation of research proposals.Ability to plan, execute, interpret, document and carry out the different activities related to independent researchTeaching and communication skillsThe application should includeA motivation letterCV2-3 personal referencesDeadline for applicationsJanuary 31st 2025Contact:Sergio Serrano, Principal Investigator (******)Sara Saiz, Project Manager (******) #J-18808-Ljbffr