Tuesday, 3 September 2013

PhD Position in Cellular Biophysics

Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia 
Barcelona, Spain

Description

The Integrative Cell and Tissue Dynamics group at the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC) is looking for a PhD candidate in the field of Cellular Biophysics to apply for the current 2013 call for “Contratos Predoctorales para la Formación de Doctores” (former FPI) from the Ministerio de Economía y Competitividad (MINECO). We are looking for young scientists from the National or International community who wish to do their PhD in a stimulating environment, rich in technological resources and campus life.
Tasks and responsibilities:
 - The main goal of the doctoral thesis will be the experimental study of intercellular adhesion in physiological conditions and in cancer.
 - Cellular and molecular biology techniques will be used in combination with nanotechnologies developed by the group.

Requirements 

 - Degree and Master in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, Engineering or similar.
 - Very good academic record (>2.5 for 1-4 system).
 - High level of English.
 - Availability to perform research stages in International Centers.
 - High motivation and ability to be involved in a multidisciplinary team.
 - Excellent team working and communication skills.
 - Being registered in a PhD program at the time of the signature of the predoctoral contract.

More information and applications


 - Stimulating, interdisciplinary research and high quality international scientific environment.
 - 4 year, full time predoctoral contract.
Nr of positions available : 1
Research Fields: Physics - Biophysics
Career Stage: Early stage researcher or 0-4 yrs (Post graduate)
Research Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)

Interested applicants should send their CV, cover letter and references to: jobs@ibecbarcelona.eu, before 06/09/2013 (Reference: PhD-XT).

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