Project EV4GUT Feeling: Extracellular Vesicle-Based Diagnostics for Gut Health

EURAXESS Ireland; Lisboa; Híbrido; EUR 30.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

EURAXESS Ireland seeks a Research Fellow for a project on extracellular vesicles as gut-brain shuttles. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology or related fields and skills in molecular biology. The role involves conducting experiments, data analysis, and preparing reports.

This full-time temporary position begins on 8 Jan 2026, with an application deadline of 6 Dec 2026. Strong candidates will have experience in exosome isolation and animal cell culture.

Formación

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in relevant fields.
• Knowledge in Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Cellular and Molecular Biology.

Responsabilidades

• Isolation of extracellular vesicles from biological samples.
• Maintenance and optimization of animal cell cultures.
• Development of in vitro intestinal dysbiosis models.

Conocimientos

Isolation and characterization of extracellular vesicles/exosomes

Animal cell culture

Molecular biology techniques

Knowledge of RT-qPCR, RNA extraction, quantification, Western blot, ELISA

Knowledge of aseptic techniques

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry

Descripción del empleo

Organisation/Company: Universidade Lusófona Department BioRG, University Lusofona Research Field: Biological sciences » Biological engineering, Medical sciences » Health sciences, Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions: Bachelor Positions, Application Deadline: 6 Dec 2026 - 12:00 (Europe/Lisbon), Country: Portugal, Type of Contract: Temporary, Job Status: Full-time, Hours Per Week: 8, Offer Starting Date: 8 Jan 2026, Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme, Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

This project tests EVs as a gut-brain shuttles of information.

Where to apply

E-mail [e-mail]

Requirements

Research Field: Biological sciences » Biological engineering

Education Level: Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• Isolation and characterization of extracellular vesicles/exosomes
• Animal cell culture
• Molecular biology techniques
• Knowledge of techniques such as RT-qPCR, RNA extraction and quantification, Western blot, ELISA, aseptic techniques and cell culture maintenance

Additional experience in the following areas will be considered an advantage:

• Microbiology

Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Laboratory Sciences, or related scientific fields.

The selected fellow will join the EV4GUT Feeling project team and will participate in activities related to:

• Isolation of extracellular vesicles/exosomes from intestinal models and biological samples
• Maintenance and optimization of animal cell cultures
• Development of in vitro intestinal dysbiosis models
• Molecular characterization of biomarkers present in extracellular vesicles
• Analysis and processing of experimental dataPreparation of technical reports and support for the scientific dissemination of project results

Languages: Portuguese – Good

Languages: English – Good

Additional Information

The current open Research Fellowship (BI) is within the scope of the research project “EV4GUT Feeling: Extracellular Vesicle-Based Diagnostics for Gut Health” ( https://doi.org/10.54499/2024.17099.PEX ), funded by the Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT, I.P.).

The fellowship is for a total of 12 months, starting date of August 1st, 2026, and may be renewed up to the limits established by the applicable regulations and project duration.

This call is governed by the Research Fellowship Holder Statute, approved by Law no. 40/2004 of August 18, in its current version, by the FCT Research Fellowship Regulations, and by the Research Fellowship Regulations of the host institution.

Eligibility criteria

The candidate must have some knowledge in Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Nanobiotechnology, or related scientific areas.

Applicants must cumulatively have at least a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Laboratory Sciences, or related scientific fields.

Selection process

The selection method will be conducted as follow:

• Professional interview (30%)
• Emphasis will be given during the curriculum evaluation to:

• Previous experience in exosome/extracellular vesicle isolation
• Experience with animal cell culture
• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques
• Scientific publications and/or previous participation in research projects
• Any other documents considered relevant by the applicant

Application Deadline

The call will be open from June 01st 2026, to June 15th 2026.

Publication of Results

The final evaluation results will be communicated to all applicants via email within 5 working days after the completion of the evaluation process.

Each applicant shall have a period of 15 working days to submit a formal complaint regarding the evaluation of their application and to discuss the results with the respective evaluation panel.

Following the end of the complaint period, an additional 5 working days will be required for the collection and assessment of the documentation related to the selected candidate.

The administrative processing of the final competition results will take place during an additional 5 working-day period.

Non-Discrimination and Equal Access Policy

The host institution actively promotes a policy of non-discrimination and equal access. Therefore, no applicant may be privileged, favored, disadvantaged, or deprived of any right or exempted from any duty on the grounds of ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family situation, economic status, education, social origin or condition, genetic heritage, reduced work capacity, disability, chronic illness, nationality, ethnic origin or race, territory of origin, language, religion, political or ideological beliefs, or trade union affiliation.