Postdoctoral Researcher – Stem Cell: The Josep Carreras Leukaemia Research Institute (IJC), based in Barcelona, is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher for the Regulation of Blood Stem Cell Identity group, led by Dr. Vincenzo Calvanese. The project, FUN-HSC, is funded by the European Research Council and focuses on tackling functional maturation for transplantable hematopoietic stem cell generation. The successful candidate will contribute to understanding human hematopoietic stem cell development and harnessing their therapeutic potential through research in epigenetics, gene regulation, and stem cell biology.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Stem Cell Biology, Epigenetics, Gene Regulation, Hematopoiesis
Location: IJC Can Ruti, Barcelona, Spain
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in Biomedicine or related discipline.
- Strong background in molecular, cell, and developmental biology and hematopoiesis.
- Experience in human tissue and pluripotent stem cell handling, multi-omics analysis, and genetic screening.
- Research project management experience.
- Excellent communication skills in English.
- Independent, proactive, and committed to research excellence.
Highly Desirable Skills:
- Human tissue processing and pluripotent stem cell culture.
- Experience with organoids biology.
- Knowledge of mouse models for human xenotransplantation.
- Expertise in genomics and epigenomics at bulk and single-cell levels.
- Proficiency in bioinformatic analysis of genomics data.
Job Description:
Postdoctoral Researcher – Regulation of Blood Stem Cell Identity
The Postdoctoral Researcher will:
- Conduct research on hematopoietic stem cell maturation and gene expression regulation.
- Lead and manage a biomedical research project.
- Work on human tissue and pluripotent stem cells.
- Perform genetic screening and multi-omics analysis.
- Analyze data and present research findings.
- Collaborate in a diverse and inclusive international research environment.
Why Join Us:
- 3-year full-time contract with a possibility of renewal (up to 5 years).
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Contribution to cutting-edge research in a stimulating environment.
- Exposure to the vibrant scientific and cultural atmosphere of Barcelona.
Last Date for Application: 09 November 2023
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