Descripción de la oferta
PROJECT TO BE DEVELOPED
The Advanced Therapies Platform (PTA) at Sant Joan de Déu Research Institute (Barcelona) is seeking an outstanding Senior Postdoctoral Researcher to join the SOLARIS project, a Horizon Europe-funded international consortium focused on accelerating the development and clinical translation of innovative Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs) for rare diseases. The successful candidate will play a central role in the implementation of the SOLARIS work plan at Sant Joan de Déu, contributing to the development, optimization and translation of advanced therapeutic strategies, while interacting with a multidisciplinary network of leading European academic, clinical and industrial partners. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced postdoctoral researcher wishing to work at the interface between cutting-edge research, GMP manufacturing, regulatory science and clinical translation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and execute research activities within the SOLARIS project.
Design and optimize advanced therapy approaches, including gene therapy, gene editing and/or cell-based therapies.
Coordinate scientific activities with European consortium partners and contribute to consortium deliverables and milestones.
Work closely with the Advanced Therapies Platform to facilitate the translation of research into GMP manufacturing and clinical application.
Supervise junior researchers, PhD students and research assistants.
Prepare scientific reports, publications and presentations for consortium meetings and international conferences.
Contribute to the preparation of competitive European and national research proposals.
WHAT WE OFFER
Full-time position (37.5 hours/week) with flexible working hours.
A senior postdoctoral position within a dynamic and rapidly expanding Advanced Therapies Platform.
Participation in the SOLARIS Horizon Europe consortium, working alongside internationally recognized leaders in advanced therapies.
Access to state-of-the-art research and GMP manufacturing facilities.
An outstanding collaborative and translational research environment within Sant Joan de Déu Research Institute.
Opportunities for scientific leadership, international networking and career development.
Access to the SJD T-Cuida Programme, offering initiatives and benefits designed to promote the physical, emotional, social and professional wellbeing of our teams.
Competitive salary in the range of €46,000–€48,000 gross per year, depending on experience.
Location: Esplugues de Llobregat.
THE PROFILE WE ARE LOOKING FOR
PhD in Biomedical Sciences, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Genetics, Biotechnology or a related discipline.
Completion of at least one postdoctoral fellowship (minimum 2–3 years of postdoctoral research experience).
Demonstrated expertise in Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs), including gene therapy, gene editing, cell therapy and/or immunotherapy.
Strong publication record in high-impact international journals.
Experience in managing collaborative research projects and working in multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
DESIRABLE
Experience in translational research and development of ATMPs.
Knowledge of genome editing technologies (CRISPR/Cas), viral vectors, stem cell biology or immune cell engineering.
Previous experience working within European collaborative projects (Horizon Europe, ERC, MSCA or similar).
Familiarity with GMP environments, quality systems and regulatory requirements for ATMP development.
Experience supervising students or junior researchers.
KEY COMPETENCIES
Scientific independence and leadership.
Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
Collaborative mindset and ability to work within international multidisciplinary teams.
Proactive attitude, problem-solving skills and commitment to translational research.
Esplugues de Llobregat, 24/07/2026
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