VHIR offers a vacant position for a Postdoctoral Researcher with experience in different animal models, especially in pancreatic cancer and the use of molecular imaging techniques to monitor the bio-distribution and efficacy of therapeutic compounds.

The candidate will be hired within the ISCIII funded TACTIC project at the CB-DDT group. Our group has extensive experience developing and testing a range of nanomedicines in preclinical models. Within the TACTIC project, these nano-platforms will target oncological indications. The candidate's primary responsibilities will include designing, coordinating, and executing the preclinical assays for this Project.

Our group runs the Unit 20 on in vivo experimental research, also known as Functional Validation & Preclinical Research (FVPR). FVPR/U20 is a service platform offering customized assays for the production and functional validation of diagnostic or therapeutic compounds. FVPR/U20 is also part of the ICTS-Nanbiosis, a reference infrastructure in the development of biomaterials and nanomedicines. FVPR/U20 operates under the ISO9001:2015 quality management system.

Please access the links below for more detailed information.

https://vhir.vallhebron.com/en/research/clinical-biochemistry-drug-delivery-therapy

https://vhir.vallhebron.com/en/research-support/functional-validation-and-preclinical-research

https://www.nanbiosis.es/portfolio/u20-in-vivo-experimental-platform/

Education and qualifications:

Required:

• PhD in the field of biosciences
• Accreditation to manipulate experimental animals
• Fluency in Catalan, Spanish and English (business level)

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

• At least -3-year post-doctoral experience in:
  • Animal (mice) handling, product administration, welfare monitoring and necropsies
  • Use of molecular imaging techniques
• Background in cancer research
• A good publication record

Desired:

• Good writing and communication skills
• Good computer skills, basic knowledge in bioinformatics and statistical analysis
• Setting up new experimental models
• Experience in Quality Management Systems, specifically with ISO9001 standards
• We are seeking someone with a proven hands-on attitude, flexible and adaptable
• Additionally, the following personals skills are desirable:
  • Teamwork
  • Proactivity (ability to work independently when necessary)
  • Well-organized and responsible person at work

Main responsibilities and duties:

• Role in the project: The candidate will be in charge of conducting and reporting the animal experimentation related to the project. In detail, pharmacokinetics, biodistribution, toxicity assays will have to be performed using healthy mice. They will also be responsible for developing novel and biologically relevant models of pancreatic cancer. In addition, the candidate will study the efficacy of the compounds. The candidate will also collaborate preparing the technical and administrative reports to the funding authorities.

Labour conditions:

What can we offer?

• Incorporation to Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), a public sector institution that promotes and develops the biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d'Hebron University Hospital (HUVH), the biggest hospital of Barcelona and the largest of Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).
• A scientific environment of excellence, highly dynamic, where high-end biomedical projects are continuously developed.
• Continuous learning and a wide range of responsibilities within a stimulating work environment.
• Individual training opportunities.
• Flexible working hours.
• 23 days of holidays + 9 personal days.
• Flexible Remuneration Program (including dining checks, health insurance, transportation and more)
• Corporate Benefits: platform through which you can obtain significant discounts on travel, culture, technology, gastronomy, sports... among many others.
• Healthy Offering: choose from a variety of wellbeing focused activities to be the healthiest you.

Deadline to apply: 13-08-2025

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