Postdoctoral Researcher in Synthetic Biology:The ‘Synthetic Cell Programming’ lab, led by Dr. Santos-Moreno at University Pompeu Fabra (UPF), is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to engineer synthetic gene circuits in E. coli cells. The successful candidate will work on an ERC-funded project, “TICK-TOCK Do and Die”, to develop time-programmed gene circuits. This full-time postdoc position offers a contract of up to 4 years with a competitive salary, located at the Biomedical Research Park of Barcelona (PRBB).
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
Synthetic Biology, Gene Circuit Engineering, CRISPRi
Location:
University Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona, Spain
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in life sciences
- One or more first-author publications in peer-reviewed international journals
- Essential: Strong background in synthetic or molecular biology wet-lab work
- Highly desirable: Experience in designing or modeling gene circuits
- Desirable: Skills in bacterial cultivation, microfluidics, synthetic memory, or biocontainment
- High motivation, ability to work both independently and in teams, excellent organizational skills, and scientific rigor
- Proficiency in English (spoken and written)
Job Description:
The postdoctoral researcher will design and build synthetic gene circuits to program temporal behavior in E. coli cells. Using CRISPRi, transcription factors, and advanced cloning techniques, the circuits will be evaluated through microplate reader measurements, flow cytometry, and fluorescence microscopy. The researcher will refine prototype circuits, connect them to actuator modules, and collaborate on various research activities, including mentoring students, applying for fellowships, and participating in conferences. Opportunities to teach and engage in outreach activities are available.
What We Offer:
- Full-time contract up to 4 years
- Competitive salary
- 36 days/year of paid holidays
- Full access to the Spanish national social security, including healthcare
- Flexible working hours and parental leave
- Mentorship and professional development through free courses and training resources
How to Apply:
Send your application to javier.santos@upf.edu with the subject line ‘Postdoc timers Nov’. Include your ID/Passport number in the email body and attach the following as a single PDF document named ‘Postdoc-timers-Nov_YourName_YourSurname.pdf’:
- Motivation letter
- CV with publication list
- Contact details of three references
Last Date for Application:
November 15, 2024, or until filled
For inquiries, please contact Dr. Javier Santos-Moreno at javier.santos@upf.edu. Apply now!
