Neuroregeneration

Histocell

Derio, Spain

 

Description

 

HISTOCELL is a biopharmaceutical company developing Cell Therapy & Tissue Engineering products for Regenerative Medicine. Histocell will be directly involved in the training of researchers through. “Design and evaluation of biocompatibility of organic optoelectronics materials, by means of a high throughput in vitro nervous system model based on nerve cell lines. Analysis of the influence of organic optoelectronics built with biocompatible materials on cell adhesion, proliferation, differentiation and viability, with marked emphasis on neurite generation”. We are looking for an experienced researcher (ER) with a strong background in Biomaterials and their application to Neurosciences who had recently obtained a PhD degree in this field. He/she can demonstrate the ability to work independently and in coordination with other participants of multidisciplinary projects. The candidate should be able to use his/her strong skills in combination of biomaterials and cell culture techniques, analyses of gene expression, immunocytochemistry of target molecules and their detection by fluorescence microscopy imaging. The candidate should also be familiar with or highly motivated to learn and perform biocompatibility experimental designs following established regulatory rules (ISO 10993). Main training field and skills:

 

- Cellular assays to measure viability, proliferation and apoptosis.
- Experienced in protein, DNA and RNA methods including western blot analysis, recombinant DNA technology and RT-PCR.
- Immunologic techniques including immunocytochemistry and flow cytometry.
- Fluorescence microscopy.
- Quality control systems and procedures.

 

Requirements

 

- PhD in Biological Sciences, (Bio)Chemistry, Pharmaceutical
- English (Fluent).

- Nationals of a member state of the EU, of an associated state or of any other third country are eligible. Applicants should not have lived in Spain for more than 12 months in the last three years

 

More information and applications

 

We offer a contract with standard EC Marie Curie ITN retributions: Living Allowance (57.000 € gross earning), and in addition Mobility allowance around 700€ per month (higher mobility allowance for researchers with family).

Closing date for applications: 15th April 2013.

Candidate should send by email a cover letter and a detailed CV to Mrs. Paola Salanueva, human resources manager, salanueva@histocell.com