Postdoctoral Researcher at the Research Group Molecular Imaging for Precision Medicine in Barcelona

This job is with IBEC, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Introduction to the vacant position The Molecular Imaging for Precision Medicine (MIPMED) is looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team. The contract will be within the framework of the ERC Starting Grant project \"Lifetime Metabolomics for Paediatric Liver Cancer Detection and Therapy Assessment Using Organ-on-Chip Platforms (LIFETIME)\". Responsibilities Develop and implement innovative UV radical production methods. Design and execute experiments to improve hyperpolarization methods and their applications in biomedical research. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to hyperpolarization experiments and equipment. Mentor and train graduate students and junior researchers in hyperpolarization techniques, pulse sequence development, and data analysis. Organize and lead workshops and seminars to disseminate knowledge on hyperpolarization methods. Collaborate with multidisciplinary research teams to advance joint projects and initiatives. Present research findings at national and international conferences. Foster a collaborative and inclusive lab environment. Contribute to the preparation of scientific publications and grant proposals. Essential Requirements Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, or a related field with a focus on NMR / MRI. Experience with hyperpolarization methods, particularly DNP and PHIP. Proficiency in programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, or C++. Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience in working within multidisciplinary and collaborative research environments. High level of English. Advantageous Requirements Demonstrated expertise in pulse sequence development and implementation. Experience with in‑vitro and/or in‑vivo studies of MRI and/or hyperpolarized MRI. International experience. What We Offer Number of available positions: 1 Starting date: 1/1/2025 Working conditions: Full-time, 2‑year contract. Very competitive salary. 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). How to Apply Until 22 October 2024 an online application form is available through IBEC dedicated site: Only those applications submitted before the deadline will be evaluated. Reference: PR-IM. 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) IBEC's Commitment on equal opportunity Our strength and excellence as an international transdisciplinary Research Institute are based on diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and support employees irrespective of gender, nationality, religion, disabilities, age, sexual identity or cultural and socioeconomic background. IBEC actively looks for female candidates for Senior positions ensuring that at least 40% of shortlisted applicants invited to interview are women with comparable level of CVs as the male candidates. At the end of the evaluation process, in case of equal merit, priority will be given to female candidates. For candidates with children that come from outside Barcelona, we offer babysitting services during the interview, so you don't have to worry about anything else than doing a good interview. Protection of Personal Data IBEC guarantees that candidates' personal data are processed in accordance with the requirements of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Law 3/2018 on Data Protection. Personal data will be processed solely for the purposes of the selection process. Contact If you have any further question regarding your application, please contact us at #J-18808-Ljbffr