2025_27_POSTDOC EXPERT IN GENOMICS FOR DM1-Hub Project

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2025_27_POSTDOC EXPERT IN GENOMICS FOR DM1-Hub Project

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Offer DescriptionDM1-Hub aims to be the basis for the implementation of precision medicine aspects in Spain for the benefit of patients with Myotonic Dystrophy type 1 (DM1), prioritizing better diagnosis and optimization in the use of soon-to-be-available treatments. The DM1-Hub project brings together a group of 80 professionals in the areas of research and clinical monitoring of DM1. Together they form a multidisciplinary work team with extensive experience in this pathology at the research level, which includes predoctoral, postdoctoral and senior researchers, including renowned research groups in the field of rare neuromuscular diseases and DM1 in particular. Specifically, the team is made up of specialists in genomics, epigenetics, bioinformatics, biostatistics, proteomics, applied research and scientific dissemination. In turn, the team makes up an important network of around 70 health professionals (neurologists, neuropediatricians, neuropsychologists and nurses), in more than 40 hospitals in 8 different Autonomous Communities, who follow up with DM1 patients in their consultations. We are looking for a compromised enthusiastic and experienced postdoc in genomics for DM1-Hub project. The project DM1-Hub is funded through a grant PMPER24/00007 from ISCIII for Research Projects on Rare Diseases, from the 2024 Call for Joint Missions of the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities, under the PERTE for Vanguard Health and within the framework of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan.MAIN RESPONSIBILITIESThe postdoctoral researcher would be coordinating different aspect of the DM1-Hubproject:Before starting would receive training in: * Mission, objectives and main tasks in DM1-Hub project;

• In the database RedCAp (formation given by the experts in the DM1-Hub project);
• Possibility of training with Treat-NMD in quality data acquisition.

Responsabilities:

• Samples shipment between the different participants of the DM1-Hub project
• High molecular weight DNA extraction from blood
• Generation of libraries after targeted enrichment and loading of sequencer
• Monitoring of data acquisition, entering data in databases and participation in data analysis
• Participation in patients’ workshops or other scientific events.
• Attending to regular meetings with the DM1-Hub curators and other members of the DM1-Hub team
• Reporting results, problems and achievements to the DM1-Hub managing team.
• Writing scientific reports and scientific papers of the project.

Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Biological sciences » Biology Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/Qualifications

• Doctorate in biomedical sciences.
• Experience in genomics and sequencing library preparations, experience in long read sequencing library preparations is a plus.
• Experience in advanced DNA handling techniques, CAS9 cuts, high molecular weight DNA extraction methods, DNA selection and targeted enrichment methods, and DNA cleaning and size selection.
• Languages spoken and written: English, Spanish and Catalan.
• Skills in coordinated projects management .
• Skills in communication.
• Skills for writing scientific reports, scientific papers and public presentations.
• Skills in samples shipment organization
• People management skills.
• Skills in working with databases.
• Experience in previous work in the area of rare diseases would be valued.

Languages ENGLISH Level ExcellentLanguages SPANISH Level ExcellentLanguages CATALAN Level ExcellentAdditional InformationBenefits

• Full-time
• Start date: 25th of March 2025.
• Indefinite contract linked to DM1-Hub is funded through a grant PMPER24/00007 from ISCIII for Research Projects on Rare Diseases, from the 2024 Call for Joint Missions of the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities, under the PERTE for Vanguard Health and within the framework of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan. (Indefinido por actividades científico-técnicas, ley 14/2011)
• Gross annual remuneration inherent to the square objected to this call, will be fixed based on the experience provided and the skills of the candidate, distributed in 12 payments.
• 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.

Eligibility criteriaHOW TO APPLYInterested persons must attach to the application:

• Motivation letter explaining their interest in the position.
• Updated CV.
• Contact of 2-3 references.

Selection processApplications will be evaluated in accordance with the guiding principles and objectives of the supply systems, following the process described below:a) 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.b) 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.Applications that do not meet the requirements, that are not included in the cases foreseen or that are not processed in accordance with the established procedure will not be considered in the selection process.DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONSThe call for applications will close on 12th of March.Additional commentsAbout usThe 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 , and is part of the Can Ruti biomedical campus. IGTP is a 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 collaborationThe Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute carries out research within :

• 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

Scientists working in these areas publish an average of over 900 papers a year, contribute to improved treatment and healthcare protocols, produce patents and set up spin-off companies in order to improve the lives of patients.The following 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. Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute IGTP Country Spain State/Province BARCELONA City BADALONA Postal Code 08916 Street CTRA DE CAN RUTI/ CAMI DE LES ESCOLES S/NContact State/ProvinceBARCELONA CityBADALONA WebsiteStreetCTRA DE CAN RUTI/ CAMI DE LES ESCOLES S/N Postal Code08916 E-Mailseleccion@igtp.catSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Badalona, Barcelona

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Thu, 06 Mar 2025 04:12:20 GMT

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