Postdoctoral researcher to join Tissue Virology (VITI) group

IrsiCaixa AIDS Research Institute; Badalona; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading research institute seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to advance knowledge in cancer immunology and enhance BCG immunotherapy responses. This role involves leading research projects, collaborating internationally, and contributing to high-impact publications in a dynamic team environment.

Servicios

Flexible schedule

Sponsored training opportunities

Mentorship support for professional development

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Dynamic interdisciplinary environment

Formación

• 2+ years of post-doc required.
• Advanced English essential, Spanish preferred.
• Strong research and innovation abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Lead high-impact research projects.
• Write scientific publications and grants.
• Supervise students and coordinate experiments.

Conocimientos

Communication

Cancer immunology

Translational research

Independent work

Collaborative work

Educación

PhD in Immunology, Biomedicine, Biochemistry or related

Descripción del empleo

Immunology, oncology and translational research

Dr. Cecilia Cabrera

Experience

2+ years of post-doc at least

Languages

English (advanced level)

Education and field of expertise

PhD in Immunology, Biomedicine, Biochemistry or related

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic postdoctoral researcher to join our group working in Translational Research in Immunology and Cancer at IrsiCaixa, located at Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol (Biomedical Campus Can Ruti, Badalona). Our team focuses on advancing knowledge of the immune response in bladder cancer and developing strategies to enhance responses to BCG immunotherapy. The successful candidate will lead projects focused on elucidating immune response in bladder cancer patients, while also developing and implementing innovative strategies to improve therapeutic outcomes.

Job duties

Specific responsibilities include:

• Leading and contributing to high-impact research projects.
• Writing of scientific publications, grants, and scientific reports.
• Presenting data within and outside the laboratory groups at meetings and symposia.
• Maintaining close communication with PI regarding progress.
• Supervising student at the laboratory.
• Coordinate stakeholders to design experiments, analyze and interpret the data.
• Explore novel research avenues and initiating cutting-edge projects in collaboration with an international network of partners.

The position requires full-time dedication. Some occasional evening flexibility may be required.

Candidate profile and qualifications

• Competitive CV
• Solid experience in cancer immunology, immune profiling techniques, and/or translational research
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Advanced written and oral communication skills in English.
• Written and oral communication skills in Spanish will be well considered.
• Motivation to explore new research avenues.

What we offer

• Salary commensurate with research qualification and innovation abilities.
• Flexible schedule, for entering and leaving.
• Sponsored training opportunities on scientific and professional soft skills (including courses on leadership, communication, scientific writing, time management, data analysis, research seminars; etc.)
• Mentorship and support for professional development, including project management and grant applications.
• An excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and highly collaborative research environment.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technologies.
• Mixed basic and clinical research environment in Biomedicine.
• International and interdisciplinary research environment consisting of wet lab scientists and data analysts.
• The opportunity to improve and grow professionally.

Required documents

• Curriculum vitae in English.
• Motivation letter describing previous work/research experience, current interests and career expectations. Indicate two referees for asking additional information.
• Academic certificates (BSc, MSc and PhD degrees).

Selection process

Pre-selection: evaluation of track record, CV and motivation letter.

• Interview: short-listed applicants will be interviewed in person or online.
• Pre-selected candidates will be interviewed by team members.
• Offered position: the job offer will be sent to the successful candidate after the interview.

Where to find us

IrsiCaixa

Germans Trias i Pujol Hospital | 2nd floor, Maternity building.

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