Postdoctoral Researcher: Ex Vivo Organ Perfusion

Euraxess; Zaragoza; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aragon Health Research Institute Foundation (IIS Aragon) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Group B Projects focusing on ex vivo organ perfusion. The role involves cannulation of porcine organs and perfusion workflows under supervision, with training in perfusion techniques.

Starting July 22, 2026, with an end period of August 1, 2026, the project requires an MD and PhD along with at least 12 months of related research experience in organ perfusion and related methods.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency (reading, writing, speaking)
• Spanish language proficiency (oral and written)
• MD degree or equivalent in Medicine and Surgery
• PhD in Biomedical Sciences with research background

Responsibilities

• Assist cannulation of porcine organs from slaughterhouses under supervision
• Participate in cannulation and extraction of porcine organs from animal models per protocols
• Support training in extraction and cannulation of porcine kidneys and livers for staff
• Perfuse isolated organs (liver, kidney) ex vivo using advanced perfusion machines

Skills

English proficiency

Spanish proficiency

Education

MD (Medicine and Surgery)

PhD in Biomedical Sciences

Job description

The Aragon Health Research Institute Foundation (IIS Aragon) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Group B Projects focusing on ex vivo organ perfusion. The role involves cannulation of porcine organs and perfusion workflows under supervision, with training in perfusion techniques.

Starting July 22, 2026, with an end period of August 1, 2026, the project requires an MD and PhD along with at least 12 months of related research experience in organ perfusion and related methods.