Predoctoral position in Hematology, RNA Biology and Iron Metabolism at the Josep Carreras Leukaemia

Predoctoral position in Hematology, RNA Biology and Iron Metabolism at the Josep Carreras Leukaemia Research Institute (IJC), Badalona, Barcelona 

Hematology, RNA Biology and Iron Metabolism 

Post description:

The Josep Carreras Leukaemia Research Institute (IJC) is a recently founded institute combining basic and applied haematological cancer research.

We are looking for a highly motivated predoctoral researcher who is interested in joining a young and dynamic laboratory that applies state-of-the-art technology in Translational Medicine in haematology, RNA biology, genetics and iron metabolism. 

The main research interests of the lab are:

1) to explore molecular links between haematology and iron metabolism identifying and characterizing new mRNAs regulated by the IRP/IRE system (Sanchez et al, Blood 2011 Nov 24;118(22):e168-79);
2) to study the mitochondrial iron-overload phenotype in Myelodysplastic Syndrome patients;
3) to work in iron-related diseases doing genetic studies and using Next generation sequencing sequencing

These studies are financed under the national and international grants: SAF2015-70412-R Uncovering new molecular and pathophysiological networks in iron metabolism, and DJCLS R 14/04 Deutsche Josep Carreras Leukämie-Stiftung Myelodisplastic syndromes: cause of mitochondrial iron overload in sideroblastic anemia (PI: M. Sanchez). Patient samples are provided by established partnerships with international clinical groups and national hospitals. We rely on cell culture and a wide variety of biochemical/genetic techniques. 

 For additional information concerning the post description please contact msanchez@carrerasresearch.org or visit our homepage (www.carrerasresearch.org). 

 Requirements:

 We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate, who wants to work in a young and efficient team to address new and challenging aspects of haematology and iron metabolism.

 Selection criteria

• Degree and Master in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics or related subject 
• Good academic marks and high motivation for research
• Proven Laboratory experience especially in haematology, microscopy, RNA Biology, mouse work, and/or iron biology. 
• Good communication skills 
• Languages: English (required), Spanish (helpful) 
• Abroad laboratory experience will be a plus, as well as publications in peer-reviewed journals. 

 Conditions:

•  4-year predoctoral contract. Additional expenses connected to the project are provided (i.e. attendance to courses and congresses).
• Expected starting date: From January/February 2017 

How to apply: 

• Please send your application to msanchez@carrerasresearch.org before 27th January 2017. 

Please include: 

• Subject of email: Candidate Predoc-2017 
• Letter of motivation 
• A CV including your contact details and provide detailed information concerning fulfilling of selection criteria
• Names of two referees (with email and phone number)
• 4-year predoctoral contract. Additional expenses connected to the project are provided (i.e. attendance to courses and congresses).

Selection criteria

• Degree and Master in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics or related subject
• Good academic marks and high motivation for research
• Proven Laboratory experience especially in haematology, microscopy, RNA Biology, mouse work, and/or iron biology.
• Good communication skills
• Languages: English (required), Spanish (helpful)
• Abroad laboratory experience will be a plus, as well as publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Selection based on CV, reference letters (phase 1) and personal interview (phase 2)