Post-doctoral position in Therapy Development for Rare Diseases


  • Location: Sant Boi de Llobregat (Spain)
  • Sector: Healthcare
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Discipline: R&D
  • Work modality: Hybrid

Fundació per a la Recerca Sant Joan de Déu

The Fundació Privada per a la Recerca Sant Joan de Déu is an entity created in 2002 to cover the research activity that is carried out, both in the biomedical and social sphere, at the Maternal and Infantile Hospital of Esplugues, in the Parc Sanitari de Sant Boi de Llobregat and in other centers of the Hospital Order San Juan de Dios - Province of Aragon San Rafael.
 
Our research has qualified and prestigious professionals, and we constantly want to incorporate into our teams the best scientific profiles. Working with us is working in a multidisciplinary hospitality environment, integrated within the assistance and aimed at providing a response to the needs of the people we assist.

 

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Research Foundation Sant Joan de Déu 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. On September 2018, Research Foundation Sant Joan de Déu was awarded with 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 Institution works to ensure fair and transparent recruitment and appraisal procedures. 

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All our Job offers and fellowships encourage applications based on diversity. 

We have different mechanisms in place to ensure equal opportunities during the selection process, including ensuring a gender balance in all committees involved in the recruitment process.

Research Foundation Sant Joan de Déu is aware of the importance of encouraging diversity and increasing the participation of women in Science in order to enhance innovation, and the creativity and excellence of our research efforts.

Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. No restrictions of citizenship or gender apply to our positions.

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Job description

We are recruiting an outstanding candidate to participate in a project funded by the EU and other international and national institutions. Funding is already available for three years (initial net salary range 24,000-27,000€ depending on experience).

The candidate will participate in The European Rare Diseases Research Alliance (ERDERA) funded by the EU and which aims to improve the health and well-being of the 30 million people living with a rare disease in Europe. In particular, you will play a key role in the development of RNA based therapies including CRISPR/Cas systems and antisense oligonucleotides for rare disease including Muscular Dystrophies.

The candidate will gain experience in a wide range of molecular and cell biology techniques as well as specialized knowledge on muscle biology and neuromuscular diseases which is a fast-growing field where numerous clinical trials are being developed. He/she will have the opportunity to work in a thriving clinical research centre with state-of-the-art facilities.

 

Requirements

  • PhD in a relevant Life Sciences discipline.
  • Previous experience in similar projects and with gene editing tools will be advantageous.
  • Publications and official participation in research projects will be highly valued. English proficiency.
  • We are looking for a highly motivated candidate committed to translational research and with an interest in gene and advanced therapy development. Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

We offer

  • 3 year contract.
  • Initial salary range 24,000 to 27,000 euros net salary depending on experience.
  • We offer a vibrant and friendly environment to carry out outstanding research.
  • Opportunity to work in a thriving clinical research centre with state-of-the-art facilities and to help developing life-changing therapies for rare diseases

 

For any questions about the process you can send an email to cecilia.jimenez@sjd.es 

Job closed

  • Location: Sant Boi de Llobregat (Spain)
  • Sector: Healthcare
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Discipline: R&D
  • Work modality: Hybrid