R2 Senior Research Specialist in Obesity and Metabolic Pathologies (R2) The Diabetes and Associated Metabolic Diseases Research Group (DIAMET) is a multidisciplinary and dynamic research group focused on the study of metabolic disorders associated with diabetes mellitus morbidity and obesity. The research group is led by Dr. Sonia Fernandez-Veledo and Dr. Joan Vendrell and is comprised of clinical and basic researchers, technicians, and administrative support staff. DIAMET opted to combine clinical research with animal experimentation to improve the translational nature of its research.
Number of available positions: 1
The selected candidate will perform the following tasks:
Conduct advanced research on the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying obesity, type 2 diabetes, and liver dysfunction, with a specific focus on metabolic regulation, insulin resistance, and incretin hormones.
Design, implement, and oversee clinical and experimental studies.
Collaborate on multicentric projects involving human in vivo metabolic assessments and clinical trials.
Supervise and mentor junior researchers and research assistants.
Publish findings in high-impact journals and present at national and international conferences.
CANDIDATE PROFILE & REQUIREMENTS
Ph.D. in Medical Physiology, Pharmacology, or a related field.
A minimum of 10 years of postdoctoral research experience, including international experience.
Demonstrated expertise in obesity and type 2 diabetes research.
Proven experience in designing and managing complex metabolic studies and clinical trials.
Formation in the regulatory requirements for clinical trials and translational research.
IT WILL BE VALUED
High level of English.
Knowledge of clinical guidelines and practical applications for diabetes and obesity treatments.
Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Strong organizational skills, with a history of managing large-scale research projects.
Proven experience in supervision and mentorship of young researchers.
Strong record of publications as a leading author in high-impact journals.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Selection of CVs. Suitable and unsuitable CVs will be identified according to the requirements.
Evaluation of the CV. Evaluation of the CVs up to a maximum score of 60 points.
Personal interview. With a maximum score of 40 points.
The selected person must have obtained a minimum score of 80 points in the sum of scores from the assessment of all phases of the selection procedure.
LABOUR CONDITIONS
Full-time position.
Contract: indefinite scientific-technical position linked to DIAMET's line of research.
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