ppBiological sciences » Biological engineering /p pBiological sciences » Biology /p pEngineering » Biomedical engineering /p pOrganisation/Company BIOGIPUZKOA HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE Research Field Biological sciences » Biological engineering Biological sciences » Biology Engineering » Biomedical engineering Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 10 Aug 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 19 Jun 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe - ERC Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No /p h3Offer Description /h3 pbPostdoctoral Researcher in Biotechnology, Biomedicine, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related Field /b /p pWe are seeking a highly motivated and innovative postdoctoral researcher, with expertise in complex 3D culture systems and experience with primary cell cultures, to develop and validate advanced patient-derived breast cancer models, to investigate tumor evolution and therapeutic responses in physiologically relevant environments. This project offers a unique opportunity to work at the interface of bioengineering, translational oncology, immunology, and personalized medicine, contributing to the development of novel technologies for cancer research and treatment. The project is embedded within the bmulticenter clinical circuit MATRIXinCANCER /b, which integrates the departments of radiology, breast unit, pharmacy, medical oncology, pathology, traumatology, and other supporting services. /p pAt the bCipitria Lab – Bioengineering in Regeneration and Cancer /b, part of the Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute in San Sebastián-Donostia ( ),



we investigate how the biophysical and biochemical properties of native extracellular matrices and synthetic biomaterials regulate cellular responses in tissue regeneration, cancer dormancy and metastasis. Biogipuzkoa is located within the University Hospital Donostia - Onkologikoa healthcare and research network. /p ul liPhD in Biotechnology, Biomedicine, Biology, Biomedical Engineering or a related field. /li liInterest in and eligibility to apply for competitive postdoctoral fellowships, such as Juan de la Cierva, Sara Borrell, AECC Postdoctoral, or equivalent national and international funding schemes. /li liHands-on experience with complex 3D culture systems, preferably including primary cell cultures and organoids. /li liInterest in interdisciplinary research combining patient-derived samples, 3D culture models and bioengineering platforms for biomedical applications. /li liStrong knowledge of cancer biology and tumor microenvironment dynamics. /li liPractical expertise in imaging techniques and immunofluorescence assays. /li liExperience and/or willingness to work closely with clinicians, the clinical coordinator, the biobank, and other members of the MATRIXinCANCER consortium. /li liExperience and/or ability to perform rigorous documentation and management of clinical samples, associated data and experimental procedures. /li liHighly motivated, creative, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research environment. /li liExcellent organizational skills, with a pragmatic, analytical, and problem-solving mindset.



/li liStrong interest in learning and professional development within a young, dynamic, and competitive research laboratory. /li liGenuine enthusiasm for science, innovation, and creative thinking. /li liExcellent oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish. /li liA disability certificate 33% or higher is a plus. /li /ul pLanguages ENGLISH Level Excellent /p pResearch Field Biological sciences Years of Research Experience 1 - 4 /p pInternal Application form(s) needed /p pApplication Manual for Employment Offers of the Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute_0.pdf /p h3Eligibility criteria /h3 pbEVALUATION (MAXIMUM OF 100 POINTS WITHOUT AN INTERVIEW AND 125 POINTS WITH AN INTERVIEW) /b /p pOnly applications that meet the REQUIRED competencies in the offer shall be taken into account. /p ul libEXPERIENCE (0-75 POINTS) /b /li libPROVEN LANGUAGE SKILLS (0-10 POINTS) /b /li libOTHER DISTINCTIONS (0-5 POINTS) /b /li libCERTIFICATE VERIFYING A MINIMUM DISABILITY OF 33% (0-10 POINTS) /b /li /ul ul libTYPE OF CONTRACT (LEGAL REFERENCE): /bPostdoctoral researcher contract for 3 years with possible extension /li libWORK SCHEDULE: /bfull time /li libEXPECTED START DATE: /bSept-Oct 2026 /li /ul pBiogipuzkoa is committed to merit-based and transparent recruitment principles (OTM-R Policy), in accordance with the requirements of the Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R) Award established by the European Commission.Furthermore, Biogipuzkoa is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for women and men through the measures established in its current Equality Plan. Following the evaluation and selection process, applicants may request information regarding their assessment scores, as well as the score obtained by the selected candidate. For any questions or further information, please contact: e-mail or . /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

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