2026_156_POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER

JOB DESCRIPTION
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
• Design and perform experimental studies using human tumour samples and cellular models to investigate the molecular mechanisms disease progression and treatment response.
• Analyse and integrate multi-omics datasets, including transcriptomics, DNA methylation, genomic and spatial transcriptomics data.
• Coordinate and contribute to national and international research projects and collaborative networks.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- PhD in Medicine
- Good command of English, Catalan and Spanish (written and spoken).
- Strong background in molecular biology and translational biomedical research.
- Knowledge of experimental techniques in molecular and cellular biology.
- Experience with molecular characterisation of human tissue samples.
- Knowledge of gene expression analysis, epigenetics and molecular mechanisms of disease.
- Familiarity with omics technologies, including transcriptomics, genomics and/or DNA methylation analysis.
- Advanced bioinformatics and statistical analysis skills.
- Scientific independence, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to design, coordinate and execute experimental research projects.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple research activities.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
- Scientific writing skills and ability to disseminate research findings.
- Proactive attitude and motivation to develop new research lines.
- At least 5 years of previous postdoctoral or equivalent research experience in endocrinology.
- Demonstrated experience in experimental molecular biology and laboratory-based research.
- Experience in programming and managing clinical databases (RedCap).
- Proven scientific productivity, including publications in peer-reviewed international journals.
- Proven experience in conducting clinical trials in personalized medicine in the field of endocrinology
- Involvement in the Spanish Society of Endocrinology and Nutrition (SEEN).
- Experience with primary human tissue samples, biobanks and clinical cohorts.
- Experience in cell culture and functional in vitro studies, including hormonal stimulation and molecular characterisation of cellular responses.
- Experience in epigenetic regulation and DNA methylation profiling.
- Experience in next-generation sequencing (NGS), RNA sequencing and spatial transcriptomics.
- Bioinformatics skills in R and/or Python, including multi-omics integration and machine learning approaches.
- Experience in clinical research coordination, multicentre studies and translational research projects.
- Experience in grant applications, project management and scientific dissemination.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Type of contract and working hours: Permanent contract, (under the Spanish Science Law / Ley de la Ciencia). Full-time (1,628 hours per year)
- Estimated date of incorporation: 1/12/2026
- Gross annual remuneration: 36.000€
- Flexible payment (childminding vouchers).
- 23 days holiday and 5 days for personal matters.
- Training capsules by the company.
- Be part of an excellent multidisciplinary research centre with the HRS4R badge.
- Location on the Can Ruti Campus, a first-class translational research environment in the Barcelona area, in a very stimulating scientific environment. The IGTP offers a supportive, friendly and collaborative ecosystem to promote professional development and help you achieve your research goals.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
https://hospitalgermanstrias.cat/en/service-endocrinology-nutritionRESOLUCION
HOW TO APPLY
- Motivation letter explaining their interest in the position.
- Updated CV.
- Contact of 2-3 references.
- Curricular evaluation: analysis of the curriculum vitae to assess aspects related to training, professional career and experience in positions related to the job position under selection.
- Personal interview: once the résumé has been evaluated, the selected candidates will be called for a personal interview to verify and expand on the information detailed in the résumé and to evaluate aspects related to experience and professional skills.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
The call for applications will close on November 23, 2026.About us
The Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) is a public research centre located in Badalona. Its main objective is to increase scientific knowledge in order to transform it into solutions to improve the health and medical care of patients and the community.
The Institute is associated with one of the major university hospitals in the Barcelona area, the Germans Trias i Pujol Hospital, and is part of the Can Ruti biomedical campus. IGTP is a CERCA centre and is also accredited as a centre of excellence by the Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII) and is in charge of coordinating the management and scientific strategy of the campus, working in close collaboration with the other centres.
The Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute carries out research within 9 areas:
- Cancer
- Cardiovascular and Respiratory Diseases
- Community Health
- Diseases of the Liver and Digestive Tract
- Endocrine and Diseases of the Metabolism, Bones and Kidneys
- Immunology and Inflammation
- Infectious Diseases
- Neuroscience
- Science of Behaviour and Substance Abuse
The following video is a bird's eye view of Campus Can Ruti a top-tier translational research environment in the Barcelona area, in a very stimulating scientific environment. The IGTP offers a supportive, friendly and collaborative ecosystem to promote professional development and help you achieve your research goals.
The IGTP, in its commitment to equal opportunities, guarantees equal treatment between candidates and persons with a degree of disability equal to or greater than 33 per 100, as accredited by the Spanish Autonomous Regions or the State Administration, or who have been declared to have a total permanent disability in a different profession through a resolution of the National Institute of Social Security, while retaining functional capacity for the completion of the tasks of the post will be positively considered.
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