Biological sciences » Biological engineering
Organisation/Company: BIODONOSTIA HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Research Field: Biological sciences » Biological engineering
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
Positions: PhD Positions
Country: Spain
Application Deadline: 30 Sep 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid)
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 35
Offer Starting Date: 5 Aug 2024
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description JOB DESCRIPTION
The ERC-funded Cipitria Lab – Bioengineering in Regeneration and Cancer at Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute , San Sebastián, Spain ( https://cipitrialab.com ) is looking for a research assistant or postdoc to establish a collaboration with the clinic and the workflow with patient-derived cells and tissue. We aim to understand how biophysical and biochemical properties of native extracellular matrix and synthetic biomaterials guide cell response in regeneration, cancer dormancy and bone metastasis.
Funded by the LAB AECC from the Spanish Association for Cancer Research, the project aims at targeting dormant disseminated cancer cells to prevent metastatic relapse and developing biomaterial-based 3D bioengineered models for novel therapies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Establish a scientific collaboration with clinical partners at various hospitals and departments (Radiology, Breast Unit, Traumatology).
Define the workflow to collect and process patient-derived cells, tissue and patient data. This will include fresh samples as well as frozen or paraffin embedded tissue.
Culture patient-derived cells, tissue and organoids to develop new 3D bioengineered models.
Evaluate new drug targets and assess the effect of existing and novel therapies.
Collaborate in additional projects and become an integral member of our team.
Participate in regular consortium meetings and larger consortium events.
MSc or PhD in Biotechnology, Biomedical engineering, Biomedicine or similar.
Previous experience (preferably more than 2 years in a biomedical lab) in as many tasks as possible required for the position: biological tissue sample collection, processing, cell and tissue culture, histology, immunohistochemistry, microscopy.
Excellent ability to conduct experiments independently and collaboratively within our group.
Collaborative mindset and motivation to work in an international, interdisciplinary environment.
Strong organization skills, project management and proactive "getting things done" mentality.
Interest to learn and grow professionally in a young, dynamic and competitive lab.
Good written and oral communication skills in English (Spanish is not required).
Languages: ENGLISH - Excellent
Years of Research Experience: 1 - 4
TYPE OF CONTRACT (LEGAL REFERENCE): will depend on the profile of the candidate, with 6-month probationary period
WORK SCHEDULE: Full time
EXPECTED START DATE: September-October 2024. The position will remain open until filled.
The remuneration shall be based on the candidate's commitment and merit, as well as how suited they are for the role. The worker must comply with the operating rules set by the Biogipuzkoa Institute in terms of commitment, duties, working hours, leave entitlements, etc.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Candidates MUST apply for the offer through the job portal of the IIS Biogipuzkoa website: www.biodonostia.org . Do not submit documents in paper form. All documents must be submitted electronically via the website.
Please send in a single PDF (i) a motivation letter describing your experience, research interests, expectations and preferred start date, (ii) your CV with a complete list of publications, (iii) transcript of university record and (iv) contact information for three references, to: ****** and ****** , indicating " LAB AECC - Research Assistant - Postdoc " in the subject line. The position will remain open until filled.
BIOGIPUZKOA is committed to the principles of open, transparent and merit-based recruitment (OTM-R policy), in accordance with the requirements of the HRS4R seal established by European Commission. As such, it takes responsibility for ensuring gender equality based on the goals established in the current Gender Equality Plan.
Once the evaluation and selection have been conducted, candidates may request information on their scores, as well as the score of the selected candidate.
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