Postdoctoral Researcher

Nephrology and Kidney Transplantation Research Group

VHIR offers a vacant position for a Post-doctoral Researcher in Computational Bioinformatics related to transplant immunology for the Nephrology and Kidney Transplantation Research Group and related to the Duacept PERIS grant.

Duacept introduces the development of novel immunomodulatory molecule targeting specific Costimulation receptors aiming at inhibiting and modulating the allo and autoimmune responses. The project aims to establish this molecule and assess its biological properties in the context of different alloimmune settings both in vitro and in vivo and will need comprehensive molecular and immunological analysis to assess the efficacy and specificity of this new therapy.

Education and qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Master's Degree and PhD in Computational Bioinformatics.

• Fluency in Catalan, Spanish and English (business level for oral and writing)
  

• Good skills in dissemination activities in science

• Knowledge in the field of solid organ transplantation
  

• She or he will be involved in bioinformatics analyses, development of unsupervised cellular and molecular analysis in the context of the treatment of this new therapy as compared to standard of care regimens in distinct biological scenarios.

Labour conditions:

• Full-time position: 40h/week.

• Starting date: immediate.

• Gross annual salary: Remuneration will depend on experience and skills. Salary ranges are consistent with our Collective Agreement pay scale)

• Contract: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to the project activities.

• Incorporation to Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), a public sector institution that promotes and develops the biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d'Hebron University Hospital (HUVH), the biggest hospital of Barcelona and the largest of Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).

• A scientific environment of excellence, highly dynamic, where high-end biomedical projects are continuously developed.

• Continuous learning and a wide range of responsibilities within a stimulating work environment.

• Individual training opportunities.

• Flexible working hours.

• 23 days of holidays + 9 personal days.

• Flexible Remuneration Program (including dining checks, health insurance, transportation and more)

• Corporate Benefits: platform through which you can obtain significant discounts on travel, culture, technology, gastronomy, sports... among many others.

• Healthy Offering: choose from a variety of wellbeing focused activities to be the healthiest you.

• International Mobility Support (Welcome Services): We aim to make your arrival in Barcelona smooth and pleasant by providing city information, guidance on required procedures, access to the International Welcome Desk, family recommendations, and support in finding accommodation

Deadline to apply:

How We Hire:

Pre-selection: Candidates are shortlisted based on their skills, qualifications, and relevant experience as outlined in their CVs.

Interviews: Meetings may be held with Talent Acquisition and/or the hiring manager.

Practical assessment: Depending on the role, candidates may complete a case study, technical task, presentation, or written exercise, on-site or remotely.

Checks: Education, references, and other job-related verifications may be carried out.

Job offer: The selected candidate receives a formal job offer upon successful completion of the process.

VHIR embraces Equality and Diversity. As reflected in our values we work toward ensuring inclusion and equal opportunity in recruitment, hiring, training, and management for all staff within the organization, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, functional diversity or ethnicity.