Mitochondrial Biology PhD Research Assistant

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid); España; On-site; PHP 1,461,000 - 1,750,000; Full time

Job summary

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) in Spain invites applications for a PhD position focused on mitochondrial biology in perivascular cells. The selected candidate will design, prepare and process biological samples, handle transgenic mice and perform related animal procedures.

Requirements include a degree in Biology or related fields, a master’s degree in biosciences, relevant animal research experience, transgenic colony management, and experience with Western

Qualifications

• The candidate must possess a degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Biomedicine or related fields, and a master's degree in biosciences.
• Experience in animal research with certification A-C (D preferred) and transgenic mice management is required.
• Experience with laboratory techniques such as Western blot, qPCR, IF, ELISA, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design, prepare, receipt and process biological samples including transgenic mice tissues.
• Perform animal procedures such as anemia or hypoxia experiments and manage mouse colonies.
• Analyze project data using high-resolution imaging and molecular techniques.

Skills

Animal research

Transgenic mice

Statistical analysis

Laboratory techniques

Cell culture (optional)

Education

Biology/Biochemistry/Biomedicine degree

Master's degree in biological/biochemical/pharmacological/biomedical sciences

Tools

SPSS

GraphPad Prism

Job description

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) in Spain invites applications for a PhD position focused on mitochondrial biology in perivascular cells. The selected candidate will design, prepare and process biological samples, handle transgenic mice and perform related animal procedures.

Requirements include a degree in Biology or related fields, a master’s degree in biosciences, relevant animal research experience, transgenic colony management, and experience with Western