Postdoctoral Fellow on Biological Data Sciences: IRB Barcelona is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Structural Bioinformatics and Network Biology group, led by Dr. Patrick Aloy. The successful candidate will work on Systems Medicine approaches within the context of the CLARITY European collaborative project, focusing on the impact of viral infections on non-communicable diseases.
Postdoctoral Fellow on Multi-Omics Analyses and Biological Data Sciences
Designation:
Postdoctoral Fellow
| Research Area | Location |
|---|---|
| Multi-Omics Analyses and Biological Data Sciences | Barcelona, Spain |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Education:
- Bachelor in Biosciences or Engineering degree in Computer/Data Sciences.
- PhD in bioinformatics, data sciences, machine learning, or related areas.
- Experience:
- Previous experience with multi-omics data, machine learning, and data science techniques.
- Strong publication record appropriate for career stage.
- Skills:
- Excellent programming and scripting skills (Python).
- Proficient in machine learning packages (Scikit, Keras, Pytorch).
- Competent in using HPC systems, virtual machines (OpenNebula), and Grid Containers (Docker, Singularity).
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with fluency in English.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will collaborate in the integration of data generated within the consortium into the embeddings space of the Chemical Checker and Bioteque. Responsibilities include:
- Developing new signatures to define perturbed modules.
- Creating comparative methods to link viral perturbations with signatures of non-communicable diseases.
- Adapting existing generative AI models to identify or design new chemical compounds that may reverse RSV-induced cellular changes.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their application, including a cover letter and CV, in PDF format through the application portal.
Last Date to Apply:
15/01/2026 (Deadline may be extended if no suitable candidate is found).
Join us at IRB Barcelona to be part of groundbreaking research aimed at alleviating the burden of complex diseases.
