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 27 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 400 members and 30 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).
IRB Barcelona seeks to recruit a Postdoctoral Researcher to work on a collaborative project between the laboratories of Manuel Serrano and Núria López-Bigas at the IRB Barcelona.
We are searching for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to work on a computational biology project to understand the mechanisms behind the DNA methylation aging clocks and cellular rejuvenation.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in epigenomics data analysis and machine learning. They will have coding experience with Python and/or R, and knowledge in data analysis. She/he should have strong analytical skills, in addition to creativity, curiosity, enthusiasm, and ability to work in a team. The candidate will have the opportunity to participate in a collaborative project between Manuel Serrano lab and Nuria Lopez-Bigas lab (web).
DUTIES:
- Participate in the research project in collaboration between Manuel Serrano and Nuria Lopez-Bigas groups
- Participate in group meetings and discussions related to other projects in the labs
- Write manuscripts together with other researchers and the PIs
EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
Must Have – Required:
- PhD in Biomedicine, Biology, Bioinformatics, Mathematics, Physics, Medicine or equivalent.
- Fluency in English.
- Knowledge of statistics and data analysis.
- Ability to work independently and within a collaborative research team
Desirable:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience in international teams.
- Experience in genomics and/or epigenomics data analysis
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.
HOW TO APPLY & SELECTION PROCESS:
- Application website: click the apply button at the bottom of this page
- Deadline for applications: 07/06/2021 (If no suitable candidate is found, the deadline will be extended)
- Number of positions available: 1
- Selection process:
- Pre-selection: Will be based on CV, motivation letter, experience, management of research and innovation.
- Interviews: Short-listed candidates will be interviewed.
- Job offer: Will be sent to the successful candidate after the interview.
Note: The strengths and weaknesses of the applications will be provided upon request.
'If you, as an applicant, have any suggestion or wish to make a complaint regarding the selection process, please contact us at the following email address: irbrecruitment.suggestions@irbbarcelona.org You will receive a response within a month.'
Original source: https://recruitment.irbbarcelona.org/jobs/1172348-postdoctoral-fellow-in-computational-biology-ref-pd-21-10