Job offer

European Commission; España; Presencial; EUR 20.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading health research institute is offering a predoctoral contract position within the microbiota research team focused on Multiple Sclerosis. Candidates will engage in research combining basic and translational methods, aiming to improve patient quality of life through innovative therapeutic strategies.

Formación

• Interest in translational biomedical research.
• Previous experience in microbiology, immunology, or neurosciences is beneficial.

Responsabilidades

• Complete a doctoral thesis in microbiota research.
• Develop new therapeutic strategies for Multiple Sclerosis.

Conocimientos

Teamworking

Communication

Educación

Degree in biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, pharmacy, medicine

Master's degree completed or in progress

Descripción del empleo

Organisation/Company BIOGIPUZKOA HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE Research Field Biological sciences Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master Positions Country Spain Application Deadline 30 Jun 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 11 Jun 2025 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

JOB DESCRIPTION (BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF ROLE AND LOCATION)

Predoctoral Contract Position – Microbiota and Multiple Sclerosis Team

Job location: Neuroimmunology Unit - Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Neuroimmunology Unit at the Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute is looking for a highly motivated candidate to complete their doctoral thesis within its microbiota research team. This team is part of a consolidated project focused on the study of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) through a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach.

With over 20 years of experience, the unit researches neuroimmunology disorders, MS in particular, combining both basic and translational research and always guided by the real-life needs of patients. For almost a decade now, the microbiota team has been expanding its knowledge about how the gut microbiota behaves in people with MS, and how to regulate it through diet and treatments. This work has enabled them to develop a specific nutritional program that has proven to improve the quality of life of patients.

The team’s objective now is to develop new therapeutic strategies to regulate the microbiota, so we can improve the clinical evolution of the disease and help to produce medication that is more personalized and precise.

We are offering the opportunity to join a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and committed scientific environment where you can transfer your knowledge to clinical practice.

• Degree in biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, pharmacy, medicine, or another equivalent subject, with a master’s degree either completed or in progress.
• Interest in translational biomedical research and strong teamworking skills.
• Good communication skills in English.v

Specific Requirements

DESIRABLE

• Previous experience in microbiology, immunology, or neurosciences would be beneficial.
• Contributions towards scientific papers and/or participation in conferences would be favorable.
• Total score of at least 7.5 out of 10 from bachelor’s degree (excluding master’s degree).

Registered in the Basque Country as of January 1, 2025.

*A disability certificate of 33% or higher is a plus.

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Internal Application form(s) needed

Application Manual for Employment Offers of the Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute.pdf

TYPE OF CONTRACT (LEGAL REFERENCE):1 year Trainee Predoctoral Researcher contract available, extendable to a maximum of 4 years (annual extensions).

The candidate may apply for predoctoral grants from public and private research organizations (Basque Country predoctoral grant program, Ikertalent program, University Professor Training (FPU), Carlos III Health Institute (ISCIII), University of the Basque Country, etc.), with support from the research unit and the Biogipuzkoa Institute.

• WORK SCHEDULE:Full time
• EXPECTED START DATE:01/01/2026
• GROSS ANNUAL SALARY:Depending on the call for proposals granted

The remuneration shall be based on the candidate’s commitment and merit, as well as how suited they are for the role. The worker must comply with the operating rules set by the Biogipuzkoa Institute in terms of commitment, duties, working hours, leave entitlements, etc.

Eligibility criteria

EVALUATION (MAXIMUM OF 100 POINTS WITHOUT AN INTERVIEW AND 125 POINTS WITH AN INTERVIEW)

Only applications that meet the ESSENTIAL competencies in the offer shall be taken into account.

• EXPERIENCE (0-50 POINTS)
• PROVEN LANGUAGE SKILLS (0-10 POINTS)
• OTHER DISTINCTIONS (0-30 POINTS)
• CERTIFICATE VERIFYING A MINIMUM DISABILITY OF 33% (0-10 POINTS)

Selection process

COMPLETING THE REGISTRATION

Candidates MUST apply for the offer through the IIS Biogipuzkoa website job portal ( www.biodonostia.org ). Do not submit documents in paper form. All documents must be submitted electronically via the website.

BIOGIPUZKOA is committed to the principles of open, transparent and merit-based recruitment (OTM-R policy), in accordance with the requirements of the HRS4R seal established by the European Commission.As such, it takes responsibility for ensuring gender equality based on the actions set out in the current Gender Equality Plan.

Once the evaluation and selection have been conducted, candidates may request information on their scores, as well as the score of the selected candidate.