Postdoctoral Researcher (Nephrology and Transplantation Research Group)
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6 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
VHIR is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher with experience in Translational Research Immunology to join the Nephrology and Transplantation Research Group.
Main responsibilities and duties:
Design perform and interpret in vitro and in vivo experiments including immune monitoring and immunofluorescence assays in transplant immunology.
Coordinate with clinicians and research staff for collection and handling of clinical samples.
Contribute to the development and revision of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and laboratory protocols.
Analyse and interpret data contributing to internal reports grant applications and scientific publications.
Prepare scientific documents reports and grant proposals.
Present and defend research findings at national and international scientific meetings.
Supervise PhD and Masters students as well as interns and trainees
Education and qualifications:
Required:
Bachelors degree in Human Biology
Master in Translational Research
Doctorate in Biomedicine
Specialised training in Transplant Immunology
Fluency in Catalan Spanish and English (professional proficiency)
Accreditation to manipulate experimental animals
Desirable:
Courses in statistics and data analysis
Experience and knowledge:
Required:
At least 6 years experience working in Transplant Immunology
Knowledge of multiplex imaging systems
Previous experience in immunofluorescence basic molecular biology techniques (PCR Western Blot ELISA etc.) and cell cultures
Previous experience in immune monitoring assays such as T-cell and B-cell ELISPOT assay
Expertise in flow cytometry
Lab management skills (analytical organisational and time management)
Experience in project coordination within research groups
Contribution to scientific publications and conference abstracts
Desirable:
Computer skills for the generation of databases
Previous knowledge in bioinformatics and specific analysis programs (OMIQ SPSS Prism etc.)
Good skills in dissemination activities in science
We are looking for a person who has proven hands-on attitude flexible and adaptable. Additionally the following personal skills are desirable:
Teamwork
Proactivity (ability to work independently when necessary)
Well-organised and responsible person at work
Labour conditions:
Working hours: Full-time (375 hours per week).
Starting date: As soon as possible.
Gross annual salary: Remuneration will be determined by experience skills and responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay scale.
Contract type: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to project activities
What can we offer
Incorporation into the Vall dHebron Research Institute (VHIR) a public sector institution that promotes and develops biomedical research innovation and teaching at Vall dHebron University Hospital (HUVH) the largest hospital in Barcelona and the largest within the Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).
A dynamic scientific environment of excellence where cutting-edge biomedical projects are continuously developed.
Continuous learning and career development pathways.
Flexible working hours.
23 days of annual leave plus 9 personal days.
Flexible remuneration programme including meal vouchers health insurance transport and more.
Corporate benefits platform offering significant discounts on travel culture technology gastronomy sports and more.
Healthy offering Feel Good Feel VHIR: VHIRs wellbeing programme offers a variety of activities to help staff thrivephysically mentally and socially. Through four pillarsFeel Well Feel Connected Feel Empowered Feel Welcomedit fosters health growth and community.
International mobility support (Welcome Services): we aim to make your arrival in Barcelona smooth and pleasant by providing city information guidance on required procedures access to the International Welcome Desk family support and assistance with finding accommodation.
Deadline to apply:
How We Hire:
Pre-selection: Candidates are shortlisted based on their skills qualifications and relevant experience as outlined in their CVs.
Interviews: Meetings may be held with Talent Acquisition and/or the hiring manager.
Practical assessment: Depending on the role candidates may complete a case study technical task presentation or written exercise on-site or remotely.
Checks: Education references and other job-related verifications may be carried out.
Job offer: The selected candidate receives a formal job offer upon successful completion of the process.
VHIR embraces Equality and Diversity. As reflected in our values we work toward ensuring inclusion and equal opportunity in recruitment hiring training and management for all staff within the organization regardless of gender civil status family status sexual orientation gender identity and expression religion age functional diversity or ethnicity.
Information on Personal Data Protection:
Data Controller: Fundació Hospital Universitari Vall dHebron Institut de Recerca -VHIR-. Purpose: Personnel selection. Legal Basis: Your consent. Data retention period: One year. If you are selected as long as the employment relationship is in force and legal responsibilities may arise. Data sharing: Does not occur except for communications necessary to fulfill the purpose and those required by law to public and private bodies. Rights: You can access rectify delete object to and limit the processing of data as well as request data portability where applicable by contacting . DPO: . More information:
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