Juan de la Cierva Postdoctoral Fellowship: The Vascular Biology, Tumor Microenvironment & Target Discovery Group (BE18) at IBIMA–Plataforma BIONAND and the Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, University of Málaga (UMA), invites applications from highly motivated postdoctoral researchers to apply for the Juan de la Cierva Fellowship (2025 call). This position offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge translational cancer research, focusing on multi-omic characterization of tumor vasculature and its reprogramming in cancer.
The Juan de la Cierva programme, funded by the Spanish State Research Agency (AEI) under the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities, supports early-career researchers to enhance their postdoctoral training in Spanish R&D institutions.
Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | Postdoctoral Research Fellow |
| Fellowship Program | Juan de la Cierva Fellowship 2025 |
| Research Area | Vascular Biology, Tumor Microenvironment & Target Discovery |
| Host Institution | IBIMA–Plataforma BIONAND & University of Málaga (UMA), Spain |
| Funding Agency | Spanish State Research Agency (AEI), Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities |
| Duration | 3 Years |
| Annual Salary | Minimum €30,600 gross per year (up to €35,000 co-financed) |
| Additional Funding | €15,000 for mobility and research-related expenses (total for 3 years) |
| Application Deadline | 25 November 2025 |
| Contact Email | melissa@uma.es |
| Email Subject | JdC2026 |
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Juan de la Cierva Fellowship Candidate)
Research Area
Multi-omic characterization of the tumor vasculature and its reprogramming in cancer
The research will focus on understanding the molecular mechanisms driving tumor vasculature reprogramming and identifying novel therapeutic targets within the tumor microenvironment.
Location
IBIMA–Plataforma BIONAND
Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry,
University of Málaga (UMA), Spain
Eligibility/Qualification
Minimum Requirements:
- Hold a PhD degree obtained between 1 January 2024 and 31 December 2025.
- Must join a host institution different from the one where the PhD was completed (with some exceptions).
- Candidates must not have held or completed a contract funded by the same Juan de la Cierva programme.
- Extensions to eligibility are allowed for medical, maternity/paternity leave, caregiving, or other justified reasons.
Preferred/Additional Merits:
- Degree in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Medicine, or related Life Sciences.
- Experience in cell culture, molecular biology, murine models, and/or bioinformatics.
- Publications in indexed scientific journals.
- Participation in research projects and scientific conferences.
- Evidence of international mobility or research stays abroad.
- Other distinctions such as awards, certifications (FSE+), or special recognitions.
Job Description
- Conduct independent and collaborative research within the BE18 team on vascular biology and tumor microenvironment.
- Utilize multi-omic approaches (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics) to study tumor vasculature and identify therapeutic targets.
- Participate in manuscript preparation, grant writing, and collaborative projects.
- Present findings at international conferences and contribute to scientific publications.
- Engage in mentorship and collaboration within a multidisciplinary research environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents via email to melissa@uma.es (subject line: JdC2026):
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of PhD completion and official date of defense
- Motivation letter (optional)
Only preselected candidates will be contacted after the review process.
Last Date to Apply
25 November 2025
