Organisation/Company Universitat Rovira i Virgili Department Human Resources Service Research Field Engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 9 Sep 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37,5 Offer Starting Date 1 Oct 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
Call for applications for non-statutory research staff positions Tests for selecting a Postdoctoral Researcher, Department of Electronics, Electrical, and Automatic Engineering_PI26030
PhD in analytical chemistry, mass spectrometry, metabolomics, or a closely related discipline.
Hands-on experience with mass spectrometry imaging (MSI) technologies. - Tissue sectioning and clinical sample handling.
Knowledge of metabolomics workflows and experimental design.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in MSI data analysis using R, Python, MATLAB, or similar platforms.
Histological image registration and image analysis
Specific Requirements
We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to join Metabolomics Interdisciplinary Laboratory team ( ).



The successful candidate will contribute to the development and application of cutting-edge mass spectrometry imaging (MSI) technologies for spatial metabolomics, with a focus on understanding tissue metabolism in health and disease. The position offers the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art MSI instrumentation (MALDI-MSI, DESI-MSI), advanced computational tools, and collaborative biomedical research projects involving clinicians, biologists, and data scientists.
TASKS:
Development and optimization of MSI workflows for spatial metabolomics (sample preparation / matrix deposition).
Method development for quantitative and high-throughput MSI (MALDI-MSI, DESI-MSI) in biomedical applications.
High-resolution spatial mapping of metabolites, lipids, and small molecules.
Multimodal integration with histology, and spatial transcriptomics.
Data processing, statistical analysis, and biological interpretation of imaging datasets.
Collaborate with biomedical teams on clinical applications.
Present research findings at conferences and publish in high-impact journals.
Contribute to grant proposals and collaborative research initiatives.
Assist in mentoring junior researchers and students.
Languages ENGLISH Level Good
Additional Information
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute URV_Department of of Electronics, Electrical, and Automatic Engineering Country Spain State/Province Tarragona City Tarragona Geofield
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