ph3Your Role Our Team /h3 pIRB Barcelona is seeking a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Fellow to participate in cutting edge research line -Crosstalk analysis of MAPK signaling- of the Cell Signaling Research Group led by Dr. Francesc Posas and Dr. Eulàlia de Nadal. /p h3KEY RESPONSIBILITIES /h3 ul lipStudying intracellular signaling dynamics using in vitro and in vivo assays. /p /li lipStudying kinase activity in single cells by microscopy. /p /li lipBiochemical characterization of MAPK pathway components and phosphorylation events using mass spectrometry and phosphomutant analyses. /p /li lipInvestigating cell-type-specific responses to MAPK pathway activation using multiple cellular models. /p /li lipAssessing cell viability, cell cycle progression, and stress adaptation in response to pathway perturbations. /p /li lipIndependently design and test biological hypotheses. /p /li lipPlan, perform and interpret experiments. /p /li lipCollaborate with a multidisciplinary research team, tapping into the expertise of fellow researchers and external collaborators. /p /li lipContribute to a culture of scientific excellence, efficiency, and teamwork. /p /li lipContribute to other lab projects and to the maintenance of protocols and laboratory resources in the group. /p /li lipCritically analyze analytical results, participate in scientific discussions and in preparation of diverse forms of scientific communication (seminars and conferences). /p /li lipParticipate in the project activities: meetings, presentations, visits to other labs, collaboration, exchange of data sets, preparing project reports/deliverables. /p /li lipWriting scientific articles and research projects. /p /li lipPerform excellent research according to the high standards of the lab and the IRB Barcelona. /p /li /ul h3YOU HAVE /h3 ul lipPhD in any of the Life Sciences fields. /p /li lipExperience in cell signaling research, preferably in kinase-based pathways. /p /li lipHands‑on experience with mass spectrometry‑based phosphoproteomics or familiarity with phosphopeptide analysis. /p /li lipDemonstrated experience in confocal microscopy and image analysis. /p /li lipExtended knowledge in culture of mammalian cells, molecular and cell biology techniques. /p /li lipStrong peer reviewed publication record /p /li lipDemonstrated ability to design and conduct experiments independently. /p /li lipExcellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively. /p /li lipStrong organizational and multitasking skills. /p /li lipAttention to detail and accuracy.



/p /li lipProficiency in English (both written and spoken). /p /li lipHighly motivated, enthusiastic and collaborative person. /p /li lipWilling to keep on learning. /p /li lipAbility to work independently in a demanding research environment. /p /li /ul h3YOU MIGHT ALSO HAVE /h3 ul lipExperience with phosphomutant generation and functional validation. /p /li lipKnowledge of stress response pathways (osmotic stress, oxidative stress, DNA damage) and their interplay. /p /li lipExperience working with mouse models relevant to stress signaling or stem cell biology. and relevant certifications or a certificate of competence for handling animals for experimentation. /p /li lipResearch experience in signal transduction. /p /li lipFamiliarity with bioinformatic tools for single‑cell data analysis or mass spectrometry data processing. /p /li lipExperience in university‑level teaching or supervision of junior researchers (undergraduate or Master’s students). /p /li /ul h3WHAT WE OFFER /h3 pbTo be a part a part of something meaningful: /bWe are a biomedical research centre that tirelessly works to achieve a society free of diseases. Our mission is to carry out research of excellence to cure cancer and other diseases linked to ageing. /p pbGood Working conditions: /b2-3 years Postdoctoral Fellow. 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 leave and injuries at work. /p pbCompetitive salary: /bcommensurate with experience and qualifications. /p pbInternational Environment: /bNearly 90 Postdoctoral researchers (more than a half non‑Spanish nationals) are currently working at IRB Barcelona. /p pbMultidisciplinary Research: /bResearch of excellence at the unique interface between biology, chemistry, and structural and computational biology. /p pbTraining and Career: /bPostdoctoral 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.



/p pbRelocation Visa Assistance: /bTrained staff provides support on visa paperwork, administrative requirements, and practical information on living and working in Barcelona, etc. /p pbSocial Life: /bWe like to have fun. We promote several activities, like a Football League, an annual skiing trip, a Mountaineering Club, a Running Club and "Cool-off sessions", where members meet informally for drinks, snacks and scientific discussions. /p pbFairness: /bOur recruitment is open, transparent and merit‑based, and all applicants compete on the same terms. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin or disability. /p pbr/IRB BARCELONA endorses the Requirements and Principles of the European Charter for Researchers, the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers, and Open, Transparent, Merit‑based recruitment promoted by the European Commission and follows Equal Opportunities policies. /p pOn 9 December, 2014, IRB Barcelona was awarded the "HR Excellence in Research" logo. This recognition reflects the commitment of the Institute to the continuous improvement of its human resources policies in line with the Charter Code. The Institute works to ensure fair and transparent recruitment and appraisal procedures. /p pPlease check our Recruitment Policy. /p pNote: The strengths and weaknesses of the applications will be provided upon request. /p h3ABOUT IRB BARCELONA, /h3 pCreated 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. /p pThe 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 9 core facilities address basic questions in biology and are orientated to diseases such as cancer, metastasis, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and rare conditions. /p pIRB Barcelona is an international centre that hosts 500 members and 45 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). /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Postdoctoral Fellow (Ref. PD/26/11) (Barcelona)
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