Call for a Research Technician

Champalimaud; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 10,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

The Champalimaud Foundation in Lisbon, Portugal invites applications for a Research fellowship under the project “Circadian regulation of pulmonary immunity by neuroendocrine signals.” The fellowship, funded by FCT, offers a monthly stipend with social insurance and the possibility of renewal.

The selected candidate will work with genetically modified mouse models, assist with flow cytometry, transcriptomics, and collaborate with the PI under supervision, requiring a Master in Biochemistry and

Qualifications

• Master in Biochemistry or an equivalent degree.
• Experience with genetically modified mouse models and immune cell analysis.
• Fluency in English is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Explore the functional impact of pulmonary circadian neuro/endocrine circuits on ILC2 responses.
• Work with genetically modified mouse models and assist with flow cytometry and transcriptomic analyses.
• Collaborate with an experienced Postdoc and the Principal Investigator.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Cell biology

Transplantation

Confocal microscopy

GM mouse models

Circadian regulation

R language

Cosinor analysis

MetaCycle

Education

Master in Biochemistry

Job description

A Call for one Research fellowship (Bolsa de Investigação) is open at Fundação D. Anna de Sommer Champalimaud e Dr. Carlos Montez Champalimaud (Champalimaud Foundation) in the context of the project entitled “Circadian regulation of pulmonary immunity by neuroendocrine signals”, with reference “PTDC/MED-IMU/2189/2021”, from the Call Nº PTDC 2021, funded by the FCT, through Portuguese National Funds.

Scientific description and work plan

Explore the functional impact of pulmonary circadian neuro/endocrine circuits in ILC2 responses in health and disease. To achieve this the selected candidate will work with genetically modified mouse models and will provide technical assistance with the characteriSation and purification of immune and stroma cell populations, using flow cytometry and transcriptomic analysis, both in steady state and in the context of pulmonary disease models. The selected candidate will work in close collaboration with an experienced Postdoc and under the supervision of the project´s Principal Investigator.

Number and type of fellowships to be awarded

01-02-2024

16-02-2024

01-03-2024

Required Education Level

Research Field

Biological sciences, Biochemistry

Skills/Qualifications

• Master in Biochemistry
• Expertise in flow cytometry, cellular and molecular biology, cell transplantation and confocal microscopy analysis
• Experience with genetically modified mouse models
• Expertise in Cirdadian regulation

Desirable skills that will also be considered

• Fluency in English
• Experience with programming (knowledge of r language)
• Experience with Cosinor and MetaCycle analysis

Full immersion into a research excellence ecosystem with highly motivated researchers, supported by state-of-the-art technology and continuous development opportunities.

Remuneration

1.064 Euros as determined by FCT, I.P. Scientific Fellowships regulations for Portugal ( www.fct.pt/apoios/bolsas/valores ) and the Fellowship Regulations of the Champalimaud Foundation. Potentially, this value may be increased with other funds, according to experience and performance. The fellowship will be paid monthly by bank transfer. The fellowship holder will have personal accident insurance and, if not covered by any social protection scheme, can ensure the right to social security through adherence to the voluntary social insurance scheme.

The Fellowship will have the duration of 10 months, with the possibility of renewal up to a maximum of 18 months (never surpassing the termination date of the project, expected at 31/12/2024). The position is expected to start on or after 01/01/2024 , in exclusiveness regime, as regulated by Lei n.º 40/2004, de 18 de Agosto, FCT (Estatuto do Bolseiro de Investigação Científica) and FCT Research Fellowship Regulations , as well as the Fellowship Regulations of the Champalimaud Foundation.

Eligibility criteria

National, Foreign or Stateless candidate(s) who hold a Master degree in Biochemistry and a scientific and professional curriculum that reveals a profile appropriate to the activity to be developed.

In case of PhD degrees awarded by foreign higher education institutions, the degree must comply with the provisions of Decree-Law No. 341/2007, of 12th of October, and all formalities established therein must be fulfilled by the deadline for application submission.

Selection process

Candidates will be screened to determine eligibility based on minimum qualifications listed in call. Candidates meeting minimum requirements will be scored according to the required application materials: CV 70% weighting, motivation letter 20%, interview 10% (in case of a tie).

If provided, and if shortlisted, candidates’ referees may be contacted and may count towards evaluation.

Evaluation Committee members

Application materials

CV and letter of motivation (one single pdf document).

Proof of qualifications (certificates) may be required at a later date for the formalisation of the contract agreement. Degrees obtained abroad may need to be formally recognised in Portugal.

Notification of results

All candidates will receive a receipt of acknowledgment within 7-10 business days.The highest scoring candidate will be notified by email or telephone. All other candidates will be notified solely by email of the final outcome of the recruitment process.

After being notified, candidates will have 10 working days to present a claim for redress by email ( [e-mail] ). If no claim is received by the Champalimaud Foundation, the Evaluation Committee's decision will become definitive.

About Us

Research is at the heart of the Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown, a modern research and clinical facility situated on the waterfront in Lisbon, Portugal. The goal of Champalimaud Research (CR) is to perform world-leading fundamental and translational research. Current research work is focused on the fields of neuroscience, physiology and cancer. Champalimaud Research comprises a team of over 400 scientists from around the world. English is the official language of the Centre. Lisbon’s sunny Atlantic Mediterranean climate, vibrant culture and high quality of life make this a great place to live and work.

Relevant Institutional Information

In line with our community guidelines and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy and Gender Equality Plan, no candidate may be privileged, favored, prejudiced or deprived of any right or excluded from any duty on the basis of age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, disability, chronic illness, language, nationality, territory of origin, family status (marital, pregnancy and maternity, having or not having dependents), socioeconomic situation, education, religion, political or ideological beliefs, trade union membership, or on any other grounds which are irrelevant to decision-making.

The present call has the sole purpose of filling the indicated research position. This call may be canceled at any time on or before the jury’s evaluation of all eligible candidates and the recruitment process shall be concluded on the day of the full execution of the contract between the Champalimaud Foundation and the selected candidate