VHIR offers a Postdoctoral Researcher position at the Laboratory of Metabolism and Obesity, led by Dr. Josep A. Villena. The research of Dr Villena’s laboratory focuses on the study of the cellular and molecular mechanisms by which adipose tissues contribute to the control of body weight and glucose homeostasis, with particular interest in how the adipocyte-immune cell crosstalk contribute to tissue homeostasis or development of cardiometabolic pathologies. His research combines multiple -omics technologies (transcriptomics, proteomics and cytomics) with the use of sophisticated tissue-specific (constitutive and inducible) knockout mouse models, primary cultures, and human samples.

Education and qualifications:

Required:

• PhD in Biology, Biomedicine, Immunology or a related life science discipline
• Specific training in animal experimentation (FELASA accreditation or equivalent)
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

• A strong background in immunology, supported by a solid publication record
• Expertise in mRNA-Seq, ChIP-Seq and downstream bioinformatics analysis
• Experience with genetically engineered animal models for the study of the immune system
• Excellent organizational, writing and communication skills

Desired:

• Experience with spectral flow cytometry panel design and applications
• Experience in adipose tissue biology and metabolism
• Previous postdoctoral experience will be positively valued

Main responsibilities and duties:

• Lead a research project aimed at identifying the mechanisms by which calorie restriction and time-restricted feeding modulate meta-inflammation and improves metabolic health.
• Generate state-of-the-art tissue-specific inducible mouse and in vitro models to study the crosstalk between adipose and immune cells.
• Identify the gene targets and cellular processes of transcriptional regulators recently identified in our laboratory as potential key factors involved in the reversion of meta-inflammation in response to nutritional challenges.
• Preparation of manuscripts and presentation of results at national and international scientific meetings.
• Collaboration with other laboratory members in their individual research projects.
• Supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students.

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: 11-11-2025

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