Created in 2005 by the Generalitat de Catalunya (Government of Catalonia) and the University of Barcelona, IRB Barcelona is a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence—a seal that was awarded in 2011.
The institute is devoted to conducting research of excellence in biomedicine and to transferring results to clinical practice, thus improving people’s quality of life, while simultaneously promoting the training of outstanding researchers, technology transfer, and public communication of science. Its 28 laboratories and seven core facilities address basic questions in biology and are orientated to diseases such as cancer, metastasis, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and rare conditions.
IRB Barcelona is an international centre that hosts 450 members and 35 nationalities. It is located in the Barcelona Science Park. IRB Barcelona forms part of the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) and the “Xarxa de Centres de Recerca de Catalunya” (CERCA).
Duties:
Single-cell and bulk genomics and transcriptomics, functional genetics and live imaging to decipher the molecular mechanisms underlying the cellular behaviours that emerge in a Drosophila model of Chromosomal Instability-induced tumorigenesis.
Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Selection Criteria:
Must Have – Required
- PhD in Molecular Biology or related field
- Background and expertise in Drosophila genetics and molecular biology
- Background and expertise in advanced confocal microscopy
Desirable
- Expertise in genomics
- Knowledge of bioinformatics
- International experience
Working Conditions & Entitlements:
- Working conditions: Employed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations under a
full-time contract. Employees receive the benefits of the Spanish Social Security system covering sickness, maternity/paternity leaves and injuries at work.
- Training and Career: Postdoctoral researchers joining IRB Barcelona gain access to the
Institute’s advanced research training and career development opportunities, all within in a competitive international environment. Courses and workshops on themes of particular interest
to postdocs are offered regularly by the Institute.
- International environment: Nearly 90 Postdoctoral researchers (more than a half non-Spanish nationals) are currently working at IRB Barcelona.
Application and Selection Process:
Applications for the above opening should include a full CV and Motivation Letter and should apply on
https://recruitment.irbbarcelona.org/ Reference: PD/22/09
Selection process:
- Pre-selection: Will be based on CV, motivation letter and experience.
- Interviews: Short-listed candidates will be interviewed.
- Job offer: Will be sent to the successful candidate after the interview.
