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2 CANDIDATES: SENIOR POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN AGEING

BIODONOSTIA HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE The Human Resources Strategy for Researchers
16 Feb 2024

Job Information

Organisation/Company
BIODONOSTIA HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Research Field
Biological sciences » Biology
Researcher Profile
Recognised Researcher (R2)
Country
Spain
Application Deadline
Type of Contract
Temporary
Job Status
Full-time
Hours Per Week
35
Offer Starting Date
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

Characterization of molecular mechanisms responsible for age-related cognitive and muscular deterioration.

Job Location: Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute (Donostia – San Sebastián).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The activities of the candidate will be:

  • Identification of new biological markers through novel and omics approaches.
  • Analysis and comparison with studies published by other research groups.
  • Clinical validation of the identified patterns.
  • Development of multiparametric studies.
  • Functional studies in primary cell cultures and mouse models.
  • Leadership in projects and publications.
  • Day-to-day project and personnel management.

Requirements

Research Field
Biological sciences » Biology
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications

REQUIRED

  • Doctors in the fields of Medicine, Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Pharmacy and/or similar will be eligible.
  • High level of written and spoken English.
  • At least 3 publications as first or last author in Q1 journals.
  • VALUABLE

  • Experience in research in aging and neurosciences.
  • Experience and knowledge in Computational Biology and Bioinformatics.
  • Knowledge in molecular and cellular biology techniques.
  • Previous experience working with mouse animal models.
  • Stays abroad in centers of excellence.
  • *A disability of 33% or higher is deemed valuable.

Specific Requirements

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The activities of the candidate will be:

  • Identification of new biological markers through novel and omics approaches.
  • Analysis and comparison with studies published by other research groups.
  • Clinical validation of the identified patterns.
  • Development of multiparametric studies.
  • Functional studies in primary cell cultures and mouse models.
  • Leadership in projects and publications.
  • Day-to-day project and personnel management.
Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent
Internal Application form(s) needed
Application Manual for Employment Offers of the Biodonostia Health Research Institute_0.pdf
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Additional Information

Benefits

CONTRACTUAL CONDITIONS

  • TYPE OF CONTRACT (LEGAL REFERENCE): 36-month Postdoctoral Access contract with the possibility of an extension.
  • WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time.
  • EXPECTED START DATE: 1 of April 2024.
  • ANNUAL GROSS SALARY R2: €28,000 - €42,000 per year (gross).
  • ANNUAL GROSS SALARY R3: €35,000 - €46,000 per year (gross).

The remuneration shall be based on the candidate’s commitment and merit, as well as how suited they are for the role. The worker must comply with the operating rules set by the Biogipuzkoa Institute in terms of commitment, duties, working hours, leave entitlements, etc.

Eligibility criteria

EVALUATION (MAXIMUM OF 100 POINTS WITHOUT AN INTERVIEW AND 125 POINTS WITH AN INTERVIEW)

Only applications that meet the REQUIRED competencies in the offer shall be taken into account.

  • EXPERIENCE:  45 points
  • PROVEN LANGUAGE SKILLS: 5 points
  • OTHER DISTINCTIONS: 40 ponts
  • CERTIFICATE VERIFYING A MINIMUM DISABILITY OF 33%: 10 points
  • INTERVIEW: (0-25 POINTS)
Selection process

COMPLETING THE REGISTRATION

Candidates MUST apply for the offer through the job portal of the IIS Biogipuzkoa website: www.biodonostia.org. Do not submit documents in paper form. All documents must be submitted electronically via the website.

BIOGIPUZKOA is committed to the principles of open, transparent and merit-based recruitment (OTM-R policy), in accordance with the requirements of the HRS4R seal established by European Commission.As such, it takes responsibility for ensuring gender equality based on the goals established in the current Gender Equality Plan.

Once the evaluation and selection have been conducted, candidates may request information on their scores, as well as the score of the selected candidate.

For any questions/clarification related to this job, please e-mail rrhh@biodonostia.org.

CV submission deadline: 31/03/2024

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Work Location(s)

Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
ASOCIACIÓN INSTITUTO DE INVESTIGACIÓN SANITARIA BIOGIPUZKOA
Country
Spain
State/Province
GUIPUZCOA
City
SAN SEBASTIAN
Postal Code
20014
Street
PASEO DR. BEGUIRISTAIN S/N

Contact

State/Province
Gipuzkoa
City
San Sebastian
Website
Street
Paseo Dr. Beguiristain
Postal Code
20014
E-Mail
arantza.abad@biodonostia.org