We are seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher (R2) who has recently completed their PhD and is looking to further develop their research career within a structured and supportive environment.
This role offers a defined period of advanced, mentored training, providing the opportunity to deepen expertise, contribute to high-quality research projects, and strengthen scientific independence.
The position is fully focused on research activities, allowing you to dedicate your time to scientific excellence and career progression within a leading research centre.
Main responsibilities and duties:Conduct high‑quality research aligned with project and lab objectives, including rigorous data collection, analysis, and literature review.
Collaborate with senior researchers in designing experiments, developing research protocols, and contributing to publications, reports, and grant proposals.
Present research findings within the team and at scientific conferences or seminars.
Provide guidance to junior researchers or graduate students and supervise Bachelor’s and Master’s students when applicable.
Engage in continuous professional development and work with the technology transfer office to identify potential inventions and understand IP processes.
Coordinate the optimization of metagenomics methodologiesProvide support for bioinformatic analysis following metagenomics runs and data acquisitionCollaborate in writing papersPrepare and mentor new studentsOrganise and ensure proper maintenance of the viral hepatitis laboratoryEducation and

qualifications:
Required:Completed PhD Degree in the corresponding fieldCompleted official university qualification from a country of the European Higher Education Area with a minimum of 300 ECTS of official university studies, of which, at least 60, at master’s level,



which allow them to access doctoral studies.
Fluency in EnglishBachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology grade > 9.00 (other degrees and lower grades will not be considered)Master in Translational Biomedical Research offered by VHIR (other masters will not be considered)Demonstrated expertise in NGS, supported at least two peer-reviewed publications in metagenomics and four in quasispecies (Only curriculums that meet all of the above requirements will be considered for evaluation)PhD in viral hepatitisDesirable:Additional or specialised training in molecular biology and next-generation sequencing of RNA virusesFluency in Catalan and/or SpanishEnglish (business level)Excellent ability in delivering oral presentations at local, national and international meetingsAbility to teach and mentor new studentsExperience and knowledge:Required:

Experience:
Having conducted the PhD (including wet/dry-lab related work) work for at least 3 years as R1.
At least 5 years of experience working in molecular biology and next-generation sequencing of RNA virusesKnowledge of viruses, gradient isolation, data collection and analysisAbility to teach and mentor new studentsSelf-motivated, enthusiastic and committed to the work to be developedPublications:At least 1 first-author original publication in JCR-indexed peer-reviewed journals.
Minimum of 15 published papers in international journals,



at least two as a first authorMinimum of participation in 8 poster or oral presentations in seminars/meetingsCompetences:Research Expertise: Solid disciplinary knowledge and ability to contribute to high-quality research activities.
Research data management: Experience organising and managing research data following FAIR principles.
Teamwork and mentoring: Ability to work collaboratively and support junior researchers or students.
Analytical thinking: Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills applied to research challenges.
Scientific dissemination: Experience contributing to publications and research dissemination activitiesExperience in protein extractionExperience in Western BlotExperience in DNA and RNA extractionExperience in in iodixanol gradients qPCRNote:Applicants will be required to provide evidence of their experience and achievements related to the position requirements during the application process through the ATS.
Desirable:Funding:Experience in contributing to the preparation of competitive funding applications such as postdoctoral fellowships and research grant applications, among others.
Participation in a FIS project as a member of the research teamSupervision and Mentoring:Experience in supervising or mentoring undergraduate students (e.
G. research projects or final degree projects)Expertise in mentoring studentsUniversity teaching experienceScience Communication and Outreach ActivitiesExperience attending and presenting results in scientific congresses and preparing manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Engagement in science communication or outreach activitiesParticipation in social network activities and social communicationIntellectual Property Protection and Knowledge TransferFamiliarity with intellectual property protection proce

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