Postdoctoral Researcher at the Enzyme Sensors and Chemical Probes research group

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Postdoctoral Researcher at the Enzyme Sensors and Chemical Probes research group Sintesi in italiano (traduzione automatica): Il gruppo di ricerca Enzyme Sensors and Chemical Probes cerca un Ricercatore post-dottorato motivato per gestire il laboratorio e sviluppare sensori enzimatici fluorogeni per la microscopia a fluorescenza. La posizione è situata presso l'IBEC a Barcellona e mira a rivelare i meccanismi delle malattie attraverso strumenti di imaging e sonde chimiche, contribuendo alla scoperta di farmaci. Le mansioni principali includono la gestione del laboratorio, lo sviluppo di sensori e saggi enzimatici, e l'imaging di cellule vive. È richiesta una laurea di dottorato in Biologia Chimica, Biochimica, Biofisica o un campo correlato, oltre a competenze in biologia molecolare e chimica sintetica. È preferibile esperienza nella gestione di laboratori e nella biologia enzimatica. Introduction to the vacant position: The Enzyme Sensors and Chemical Probes group is looking for a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to manage the research group laboratory and establish research on fluorogenic enzyme sensors for fluorescence microscopy. This position fits within our overall aim of revealing disease mechanisms through the development of imaging tools and chemical probes, leading up to methods for translatable drug discovery. Main tasks and responsibilities: Laboratory management : help the set-up of equipment and research protocols, and assist in training and mentoring of junior lab members Fluorogenic sensor development :construct fluorescence-based tools through peptide synthesis and protein semi-synthesis Enzyme assay development : investigate enzyme activity in vitro using purified recombinant proteins Live cell imaging : establish protocols for spatiotemporal tracking of enzyme activity in cell culture Outreach : disseminate research findings at international conferences and through publications Requirements for candidates: Essential: Education : Ph.D. degree in Chemical Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, or a related field Technical expertise : demonstrated expertise in biochemistry, molecular biology, and/or synthetic chemistry techniques Transversal skills : scientific communication in English, ability to work and communicate in an interdisciplinary environment, time management, collaboration Motivation : strong interest in research management and cutting-edge chemical biology research Advantageous: Experience in laboratory management and/or purchasing equipment Experience with enzyme biochemistry Experience with cell culture and fluorescence microscopy Experience working within international teams or institutions Competencies and Skills: We value not only technical expertise but also the demonstration of core competencies such as Communication, Teamwork and Collaboration, Commitment, Proactivity, Integrity, and Critical and Analytical Thinking. We Offer: Number of available positions: 1 Starting date: September 1st, 2026 Working conditions: Full time (37.5 hrs/week), open-ended contract for scientific and technical activities, linked to the project and budget duration. 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 July, 31st 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-CMY. If you have any further question regarding your application, please contact us at jobs@ibecbarcelona.eu Principles of the selection process: IBEC is committed to the principles of the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers of the European Commission and the Open, Transparent and Merit based Recruitment principles (OTM-R) https://ibecbarcelona.eu/careers-at-ibec/jobs/ IBEC´s Commitment on equal opportunity, diversity, and Inclusion: Our strength and excellence as an international transdisciplinary Research Institute are based on diversity. Being an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to diversity and inclusion, so that we support employees irrespective of their gender, nationality, religion, disabilities, age, sexual identity o Annuncio in inglese. Fonte: Euraxess (Commissione europea).