Introduction to the vacant position:
The Molecular Imaging for Precision Medicine (MIPMED) is looking for a postdoctoral researcher to participate in the ongoing research projects of the group. In particular, the contract will be within the framework of project «Quantum-enhanced and AI-powered metabolic diagnostics (Q-AID)», co-funded by the european Union.
The ideal candidate will have a background in microfluidics or a related field, with significant experience in the development of organ-on-chip devices. This role requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary and international teams.
Main tasks and responsibilities:
- Be familiar with state-of-the-art literature on topics related to the project.
- Plan and conduct experiments.
- Record, analyse and interpret data.
- Design, fabricate, and validate microfluidic systems to create and maintain organ-on-chip models relevant to metabolic diagnostics.
- Facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration with international research groups involved in Q-AID.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to laboratory instruments and procedures.
- Provide guidance to graduate students, interns, or junior researchers in the lab, ensuring effective project progression and knowledge transfer.
- Managing lab inventory when needed, incl. ordering and receiving supplies and reagents.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive lab environment.
- Contribute to the preparation of scientific publications.
- Represent the lab at national and international scientific meetings.
Requirements for candidates:
Essential:
- PhD in Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Microfluidics, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated experience in the design, fabrication, and application of microfluidic devices.
- Proven track record in the development, characterization, and utilization of organ-on-chip systems for biological or biomedical research. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational and project management skills, including experience working within multidisciplinary and international teams.
- Communication and teamworking skills, proactivity, commitment, critical and analytical thinking
- High level of English
Advantageous:
- International experience
- Knowledge on spectroscopic techniques (specifically on NMR and/or hyperpolarisation) will be a plus.
- Demonstrated involvement in preparing successful grant proposals and external collaborations.
We Offer:
- Number of available positions: 1
- Starting date: 01/01/2025
- Working conditions:
- Full time 2-year contract.
- Very competitive salary.
- Measures to reconcile work and family life (parental leave, flexible schedule working hours, 23 working days of paid holidays, 9 leave days for personal matters, among others).
- IBEC ensures equality of access to professional development opportunities irrespective of employment status, length at IBEC or other factors. The IBEC’s yearly training catalogue offers a wide range of training in technical and transferable skills including mobility grants and a Mentoring programme for predoctoral and postdoctoral researchers.
- Stimulating, interdisciplinary research and high-quality international scientific environment.
- Induction programme to facilitate incorporation at IBEC and additional support is provided for foreigners to obtain Visa-working permit and to install in Barcelona.
How to apply:
Until 08/12/2024 an online application form is available through IBEC dedicated site: https://careers.ibecbarcelona.eu/
Only those applications submitted before the deadline will be evaluated.
Reference: PR_IM.
If you have any further question regarding your application, please contact us at jobs@ibecbarcelona.eu
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