Postdoc — Translational Neuropediatrics & LAMA2 Therapeutics

Vall d'Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR); Barcelona; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vall d'Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR) in Barcelona invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join a translational project on therapy development for LAMA2-related muscular dystrophy (LAMA2-RD). The successful candidate will contribute to preclinical studies evaluating innovative strategies, including cell-based approaches and mouse models.

This role offers mentored training, opportunities to deepen expertise, and to contribute to high-quality research and publications within

Responsibilities

• Conduct high‑quality research aligned with project and lab objectives, including rigorous data collection, analysis, and literature review.
• Collaborate with senior researchers in designing experiments, developing research protocols, and contributing to publications, reports, and grant proposals.
• Present research findings within the team and at scientific conferences or seminars.
• Provide guidance to junior researchers or graduate students and supervise Bachelor’s and Master’s students when applicable.
• Engage in continuous professional development and work with the technology transfer office to identify potential inventions and understand IP processes.
• Coordinate and perform preclinical experimental work related to LAMA2-RD therapy development.
• Establish, maintain and characterise relevant cell culture models and/or contribute to experimental studies in mouse models.
• Perform molecular, cellular, histological and protein-based analyses to assess therapeutic efficacy.
• Participate in

Job description

The Vall d'Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR) in Barcelona invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join a translational project on therapy development for LAMA2-related muscular dystrophy (LAMA2-RD). The successful candidate will contribute to preclinical studies evaluating innovative strategies, including cell-based approaches and mouse models.

This role offers mentored training, opportunities to deepen expertise, and to contribute to high-quality research and publications within