2024_8_108 – A three-year pre-doctoral research contract

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2024_8_108 – A three-year pre-doctoral research contract

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Offer DescriptionWriting a PhD thesis in neuroscience.The successful candidate will join the UIB Neuropharmacology research group (a laboratory led by Dr Julia GarcíaFuster).They will undertake the following specific activities:1. Applying biotechnology knowledge to the group’s research areas 2. Supporting the development of a neuromodulation technique to characterise pre-clinical models3. Quantifying behavioural responses at pre-clinical level through using specific software4. Preparing samples for neurochemical analysis of markers5. Undertaking western blot experiments to analyse selected target proteins6. Undertaking immunohistochemical experiments to analyse markers (e.g. hippocampal neurogenesis)PI: Dr. Jesús Molina MulaFunding body: Proyectos PROSALUT Govern de les Illes BalearsInstitution: Universitat de les Illes Balears (UIB) / University of Balearic Islands (UIB)Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Neurosciences » Other Education Level Master Degree or equivalentSkills/QualificationsA Degree in Biotechnology.A Master’s Degree in Neuroscience.Pre-admission or admission to a PhD in Neuroscience.Specific RequirementsParticular consideration will be given to:– Candidates currently taking a Master’s Degree in Neuroscience or similar to acquire knowledge of the central nervous system, particularly where practical placements for the master’s thesis are linked to a neuromodulation technique– Candidates with knowledge of software to analyse pre-clinical behavioural responses (e.g. Behavior Tracker)– Candidates who have undertaken practicals in the aforementioned molecular techniques (western blot and immunohistochemistry).Language requerimentsAccredited B2 English.Accredited C1 CatalanYears of Research Experience NoneInternal Application form(s) neededNormalitzat_Cvi_registreiseguiment_english (1).pdfEnglish(47.04 KB – PDF)Additional InformationBenefitsGross monthly salary: 1.633,86 €National Social Security Insurance (Public Health Insurance)Planned end date of the tasks subject to the contract: Wednesday, Setember 01, 2027Eligibility criteria

• Curricular merits in the field (max. 40 points).

• Qualifications in the specialist area (max. 20 points), other (max. 5 points).

• Video curriculum and, if applicable, personal interview (max. 20 points).

• Experience in the field (max. 15 points). E.g.:

3 years (10 points),
3 years (5 points).

• Other merits (max. +5 points). E.g.: recommendation letters.

Eligibility threshold: 60 points.Selection processIn accordance with article 8 of the REGULATORY AGREEMENT 145140 of 15th June 2022 that approves the regulation governing the recruitment of research staff under chapter 6 allocation of the university budget, as well as technical or operational research staff.i. The relevant Pro-Vice-Chancellor for research (or delegated representative) as chair.ii. The supervisor (or delegated representative).iii. The members of the Research Area Assessment Committee (CARAI).iv. One or more expert members in the topic pertaining to the recruitment and chosen by the chair of the committee, where applicable.v. The head of FORHU (or delegated representative), as secretary, who may speak but not vote.Additional commentsPlease check the official website ( ) for updates and details of this offer, as they may be subject to change and will not be reflected in this publication. Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Universitat de les Illes Balears Country Spain GeofieldContact State/ProvinceIlles Balears CityPalma WebsiteStreetCra. de Valldemossa Km 7,5 Postal Code07122 E-Mailforhu.contractacio@uib.esSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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€1633.86 per month

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España

Job date

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 03:09:43 GMT

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