Postdoctoral position in Microfluidics for Neural Organoid Network Engineering – ZeNeuroid

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Postdoctoral position in Microfluidics for Neural Organoid Network Engineering – ZeNeuroid

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Offer DescriptionThe project “ZeNeuroid” aims to develop a standardized and automated human-based neural organoid network on-a-chip for drug screening purposes. The part of the project developed at the University of Barcelona is related to develop the microphysiological platforms using microfabrication technologies and validate them.The postdoctoral researcher will have to validate the technologies with iPSC derived neuronal cell lines and the 3D neural network cultures and perform connectivity studies, adapt the 3D cultures to the microphysiological platform and perform neural activity and connectivity characterization using calcium imaging techniques.The selected candidate will work in close collaboration with our Industrial partner, the company ZeClinics who is responsible of developing the biological model of the neural organoids.The postdoctoral researcher will also take care of the scientific managing of the project, together with the PI. In this regards, she/he will also co-supervise other students and research assistants working on the project.Gross salary per year: 35.000 €.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Neurosciences Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/Qualifications

• Extensive experience with iPSC culture and differentiation technique
• Proficiency in advanced imaging techniques and data analysis.
• Strong background in neuropsychiatric disease modelling and 3D cell culture technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.

Specific RequirementsIncluding of reference letters to the application is not mandatory but they will be considered positively.Languages ENGLISH Level ExcellentResearch Field Neurosciences Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Additional InformationEligibility criteria· CV records and suitability to the job (max. 45)· Work experience in related projects (max. 45)· Motivation letter (max. 10)Selection processSelection of candidates with minimum score 50/100 points.Additional commentsDuration of the contract of employment: 9 months, renewable up to 30/11/2025.The candidate proposed for hiring must accept the job offer within 5 working days from the date of notification of the selection.Priority will be given to people with disabilities (Law 89/2015 of June 2, reserve of quota 2% in favour of people with disabilities in companies of 50 or more people).Be aware that the starting date sets in this offer is an estimate date. The official starting date will depend on the bureaucratic time that will take the preparation of the labour contract and presentation of the necessary documents to be hired by the selected candidate.For additional information regards this offer, please, contact Dr. Romén Rodríguez Trujillo:It is absolutely necessary to present the completed and signed DACI form.Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Universitat de Barcelona Country Spain State/Province Barcelona City Barcelona Postal Code 08028 Street Martí i Franquès, 1-11 GeofieldContact State/ProvinceBarcelona CityBarcelona WebsiteStreetGran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 585. Postal Code08007 E-Mail[email protected]STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

Expected salary

€35000 per year

Location

Barcelona

Job date

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 07:45:49 GMT

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