PhD in Cancer Biomarkers, Liquid Biopsies & Organoids

Institut de Recerca Biomèdica de Lleida, Fundació Dr. Pifarré (IRBLleida); España; On-site; EUR 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Institut de Recerca Biomèdica de Lleida, Fundació Dr. Pifarré (IRBLleida) invites strong candidates to join the Research Group of Cancer Biomarkers (GReBiC) to pursue a PhD in cancer research.

The project focuses on developing liquid biopsy-based diagnostics for malignant pleural effusions and establishing patient-derived organoids as advanced disease models. A Master’s degree is required or in progress.

Qualifications

• Degree in Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or related fields.
• Master's degree (completed or currently ongoing) in a relevant area.
• Strong interest in cancer research and biomedical sciences.
• Previous experience in cell culture or molecular biology will be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Pursue a PhD in cancer research within the GReBiC group.
• Develop liquid biopsy-based diagnostic tools for cancer.
• Establish patient-derived organoids as cutting-edge disease models.

Skills

Cell culture

Molecular biology

Cancer research

Education

Bachelor degree or equivalent

Master's degree (completed or ongoing)

Job description

Institut de Recerca Biomèdica de Lleida, Fundació Dr. Pifarré (IRBLleida) invites strong candidates to join the Research Group of Cancer Biomarkers (GReBiC) to pursue a PhD in cancer research.

The project focuses on developing liquid biopsy-based diagnostics for malignant pleural effusions and establishing patient-derived organoids as advanced disease models. A Master’s degree is required or in progress.