Vall d'Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR) seeks a Predoctoral researcher for its Cardiovascular Diseases group. The selected candidate will participate in the project "Role of amino acid metabolism reprogramming and calpain deregulation in fibroblasts activation and diffuse myocardial fibrosis in heart failure". The project involves in vivo mouse models and patient samples, complemented by mechanistic in vitro studies.
Requirements
* Bachelor's Degree in Science
* Master's in Biomedicine, Biotechnology, Genetics, or related Biomedical Science
* Proficiency in English
Preferred Qualifications
* Accreditation to use animals in research
* Fluency in Catalan and/or Spanish
Main Responsibilities and Duties
* Develop the doctoral thesis project and collaborate on other projects within the research group
* Design, perform, and interpret in vitro and in vivo experiments
* Present and defend results at national and international scientific meetings
* Participate in group teaching activities
What We Offer
* Incorporation into VHIR, a public sector institution promoting biomedical research, innovation, and teaching
* A scientific environment of excellence with high-end biomedical projects
* Continuous learning and varied responsibilities within a stimulating work environment
* Individual training opportunities
* Flexible working hours
* 23 days of holidays + 9 personal days
* Flexible Remuneration Program
* Corporate Benefits
* Healthy Offering