Postdoctoral position at the Research Group Microenvironments for Medicine

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Postdoctoral position at the Research Group Microenvironments for Medicine Sintesi in italiano (traduzione automatica): Il gruppo Microenvironments for Medicine è alla ricerca di un candidato per una posizione di Ricercatore post-dottorato nel campo della meccanobiologia vascolare. La sede di lavoro è presso un'organizzazione internazionale. Le mansioni principali includono la gestione e lo sviluppo del gruppo di ricerca, la pianificazione e conduzione di ricerche, la pubblicazione di articoli scientifici e la presentazione dei risultati a conferenze internazionali. È richiesta una laurea di dottorato (Ph.D.) in un'area pertinente, con esperienza dimostrabile in biologia delle cellule endoteliali e meccanobiologia. Sono necessarie competenze in coltura cellulare, microscopia avanzata e caratterizzazione meccanica delle cellule. Il candidato ideale deve possedere abilità comunicative e capacità di lavorare in team. Introduction to the vacant position: The Microenvironments for Medicine Group is looking for a Postdoctoral candidate to develop research in the field of vascular mechanobiology, the work involves expertise in primary endothelial cell isolation and culture, multicellular vascular spheroid models, RNA-seq analysis, advanced microscopy and standard molecular biology techniques. We are looking for someone with a solid background in vascular biology and a strong interest in cell engineering and mechanobiology. The successful candidate will be required to make a leading contribution to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as make a significant contribution to the management of the research group. Main tasks and responsibilities: Play a leading role in the management and development of the group and to work independently and in collaboration, establishing and maintaining external collaborations both nationally and internationally. Play a leading role in the planning, design and conduct of research, individually or jointly, in accordance with the priorities of the group and in discussions with the PI. Sustain a track record of independent and joint publications of international quality in high profile/quality refereed journals. Play a leading role in the presentation of research findings at high profile national and international conferences, seminars and meetings to enhance the research profile of the group/institute. Lead the development, both independently and in collaboration with others (including stakeholders) of the identification of potential funding sources and contribute to the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research of international quality. Play a leading role in the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the research group to ensure their effective development. Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group. Supervise Masters students and mentor PhD students as assigned by the PI Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline in order to provide advice and guidance to students and less experienced colleagues. Engage in personal, professional and career development, to enhance both specialist and transferable skills as needed by the research group and in discussion with the PI Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the PI. Requirements for candidates: Essential: Ph.D in a relevant area with demonstrable expertise in endothelial cell biology and its combination in mechanobiology studies. Demonstrate quality of production and scientific-technological activity: Scientific and technical contributions: Articles published in scientific journals, books or chapters of scientific and technical books, works presented at congresses, patents granted or licensed, and, in general, any other contribution that allows the assessment of the different aspects of research, including technology transfer. b) Other curricular merits: It will be assessed, among other aspects: – the management of doctoral theses, final master’s theses and final degree theses, – obtaining awards, mentions and distinctions, – dissemination and scientific dissemination activities – Have postdoctoral experience at Spanish and/or foreign universities or R&D centers other than IBEC. Stays or mobility while providing services to IBEC. – any other contribution that makes it possible to assess research merits not included in the previous sections Multidisciplinary skills in physical sciences/engineering at the interface with biology (engineering at the interface with biology, etc.). Experience in working with cell culture, advanced microscopy, mechanical characterisation of cells and hydrogels, 3D culture is required. Competencies and skills: Communication, Teamwork and collaboration, Commitmen Annuncio in inglese. Fonte: Euraxess (Commissione europea).