Postdoctoral Fellow in Molecular/Cell Biology: IRB Barcelona, a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence, is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in the Structural Bioinformatics and Network Biology group led by Dr. Patrick Aloy. The selected candidate will contribute to the CLARITY European collaborative project, focusing on understanding the molecular and physiological mechanisms of how Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) infection contributes to the development of asthma.
Postdoctoral Fellow in Molecular/Cell Biology (Ref. PD/24/05)
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Systems Medicine approaches in the context of the CLARITY European collaborative project, focusing on the molecular and physiological mechanisms of RSV infection contributing to asthma development.
Location: Barcelona Science Park, IRB Barcelona, Spain
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Education: Bachelor’s in Biosciences. PhD in Pharmacology, Molecular, or Cell Biology.
- Experience: Previous experience in working with complex diseases, molecular and cellular models, and a strong publication record.
- Skills:
- Experience with standard biochemistry, molecular, and cell biology techniques.
- Experience in target validation and drug screening.
- Knowledge of `omics technologies and high-throughput approaches.
- Positive organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Desirable: Previous experience in the in vitro assessment of drug actions.
Job Description: The successful candidate will work in a collaborative environment, developing molecular and cell biology assays to detect drug-induced reversion of RSV perturbations. Responsibilities include working with the Boes group (UMC Utrecht) on assessing the impact of chemical compounds in transcription, cytokine secretion, apoptosis/pyroptosis, and cell proliferation in lung epithelial cells. Additionally, scaling up reporter assays for the drug screen robotics facility is expected.
Working Conditions & Entitlements:
- Employment: Full-time contract in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations.
- Benefits: Covered by the Spanish Social Security system, including sickness, maternity/paternity leaves, and injuries at work.
- Training and Career: Access to advanced research training and career development opportunities in a competitive international environment.
- Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to Apply & Selection Process:
- Deadline for Applications: March 15, 2024 (If no suitable candidate is found, the deadline will be extended).
- Number of Positions Available: 1
- Selection Process:
- Pre-selection based on CV, motivation letter, and experience.
- Interviews for short-listed candidates.
- Job offer sent to the successful candidate after the interview.
