Main tasks and responsibilities \/ The successful candidate will develop research involving:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Design and fabricate a functional microfluidic platform for creating 3D models of human neural connection using 3D bioprinting technology combining extracellular matrix and neurons. Requirements for candidates:<\/strong><\/p>\n Candidates should have a master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences, Neurosciences (or a similar degree) with background knowledge in neurodegenerative disorders and neuroprotective therapies. Approval and Enrolment<\/strong> We Offer:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Number of available positions: 1 How to apply:<\/strong><\/p>\n Interested applicants should send <\/strong>to jobs@ibecbarcelona.eu before 22\/11\/2018 (Reference: PhD-JS):<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 A motivation letter describing your research career goals, skills and experience (cover letter)<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Use the platform for implement neural connection models using human neurons obtained from IPS.
\n\u2022 Use the in-vitro platform to correlate the effects of the drugs for neurological disorders and\/or other diseases (i.e. gliobastoma).
\n\u2022 Spend external stays at Cardiff University (UK) -learning neuronal differentiation. Poietis (France)- improve 3D bioprinting techniques. Ospedale San Raffaele (IT)-learning genetic manipulation of the cells
\n\u2022 Participate in training events for researchers and Principal Investigators involved in the program.
\n\u2022 Report to the Project Manager which includes contributing to periodic scientific reports.
\n\u2022 Contributing to the reporting of project milestones and deliverables in accordance with EU deadlines.
\n\u2022 Promote and disseminate results involved in the program, which includes contributing to newsletters and participating in outreach events.
\n\u2022 Willingness and ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team.<\/p>\n
\nRelevant scientific background, including one but preferably several of the following:
\n\u2022 Experience with cell cultures and immunostaining methods.
\n\u2022 Experience in fabrication techniques for microfabrication.
\n\u2022 Experience in neuroscience.
\nEssential:
\n\u2022 Less than 4 years full time equivalent research experience and not yet been awarded a doctoral degree (PhD)
\n\u2022 Resided less than 12 months in Spain in the 3 years prior to selection
\n\u2022 Excellent communication and organization skills
\n\u2022 Fluent in spoken and written English
\n\u2022 Excellent writing and presentation skills
\n\u2022 Flexibility and ability to work in a team environment
\n\u2022 Availability to travel nationally and internationally two to three times a year
\nDesirable:
\n\u2022 Experience with outreach events
\n\u2022 A keen interest in pursuing pre-clinical research into Neurodegenerative diseases<\/p>\n
\nThe scholarships for the PhD degree are subject to academic approval and the candidates will be enrolled in one of the general degrees programmes of University of Barcelona before the incorporation. You will find more information in UB Requirements for academic documents issued outside Spain: http:\/\/www.ub.edu\/acad\/noracad\/documents\/en\/traduccio_en.htm<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Starting date: March 1st 2018
\n\u2022 Working conditions:
\no Full time temporal 3 years contract.
\no Measures to reconcile work and family life (maternity and paternity leave, flexible schedule working hours, teleworking, 23 working days of paid holidays, 9 leave days for personal matters, among others).
\n\u2022 Professional development opportunities: IBEC has a Training catalogue in technical and transferable skills.
\n\u2022 Stimulating, interdisciplinary research and high-quality international scientific environment<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Curriculum vitae<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Grade transcripts and BSc\/MSc diploma (in Spanish\/English or with a translation into English)<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Two letters of recommendation.<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Application Deadline:<\/strong> 15\/12\/2018