POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER_GENOMICS AND TRANSCRIPTOMICS OF SYNUCLEINOPATHIES

The Genomics and transcriptomics of synucleinopathies (GTS) group focuses on the molecular characterization of Lewy body diseases.
Over the past 10 years we have specialized in dementia with Lewy bodies with the goal to provide peripheral diagnostic markers.
Now, we are looking for a young entrepreneur with a strong background in neuroscience for an ambitious project with an important social impact, especially for patients.
You will develop diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers for Lewy body disorders and validate the diagnostic potential of a miRNA-based signature and the prognostic power of RNA transcripts for dementia with Lewy bodies.
This entirely translational research project aims to offer solutions for patients, clinicians, and the development of therapeutic strategies.
The successful accomplishment of the validation studies will be essential for the creation of a spin-off company.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Organize and perform sample obtaining and processing.
Update and maintain laboratory databases.
Conduct biomarker search in different biofluids.
Conduct validation experiments.
Conduct data analysis and interpretation and prepare data for presentation.
Discuss results with other lab members.
Report results on external meetings.
Management of tasks related to technology transfer.
Attend specific training in technological innovation.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCIE PhD degree or equivalent in neuroscience.
Certified Advanced Training in Entrepreneurship, minimum 80 hours.
Knowledge in technology transfer in the biomedical sector, including regulatory, IP protection, business and market.
Experience in REDCap database design, implementation, and management.
Experience in sample handling and processing, preferably related to platelets.
Strong experience in molecular biology (genotyping, miRNA isolation, qPCR, etc.) Experience in neuroscience research laboratory, including practical knowledge in seed amplification assays (SAAs) / RT-QuiC techniques.
Knowledge in databases and data analyses basics (Excel, Graphpad).
Possess strong analytical problem-solving skills (creative, critical, thinking out-of-the-box).
To be able to work independently, take initiative, and take an active part of the team.
Be accurate and have a strong feeling of responsibility, and be perseverant and have a strong ambition to learn.
Certified English level, minimum C1.
Good oral and written communications skills.
Training stays abroad and scientific publications will be valued and considered positively.
WHAT WE OFFER Full-time contract.
Idefinte contract (Contrato indefinido por actividades científico-técnicas, ley ) Date of incorporation.
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 + 2 personal days for Easter + 2 personal days for Christmas.
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.