Institute of Medical and Molecular Genetics (INGEMM)Organisation/Company: IdiPAZDepartment: Institute of Medical and Molecular Genetics (INGEMM)Research Field: Biological sciences » Biology, Chemistry » BiochemistryResearcher Profile: Other Profession PositionsMaster PositionsCountry: SpainApplication Deadline: 24 Feb 2025 - 23:00 (Europe/Brussels)Type of Contract: TemporaryJob Status: Full-timeHours Per Week: 37.50Offer Starting Date: 1 Mar 2025Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programmeReference Number: PID2023-1501010B-100KHIs the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

NoOffer DescriptionIdiPAZ seeks a pre-doctoral researcher to carry out a pre-doctoral contract for the training of research staff, funded by the MICINN within the framework of the State Plan for Scientific, Technical and Innovation Research 2021-2023.

The contract is associated with the research project 'Genomic analysis of skeletal dysplasias (PID2023-150101OB-I00) directed by Dr. Karen Heath, head of the Skeletal Dysplasias Laboratory at the Institute of Medical and Molecular Genetics (INGEMM), IdiPAZ, La Paz University Hospital, Madrid.Where to applyE-mail: ****** Field: Biological sciences » Biology, Chemistry » BiochemistryEducation Level: Master Degree or equivalentSkills/Qualifications:The doctoral thesis will include the following research areas:Genetic studies to search for new genes and variants causing skeletal dysplasias (genome, exomes).Development of long read sequencing technology to improve the identification and characterisation of variants causing skeletal dysplasias.Functional studies for the characterisation of the identified variants and understanding of the pathogenicity mechanism of the new genes involved.Specific Requirements:Degree: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Biomedicine, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Genetics or others related to the life sciences.Average academic record equal to or higher than 7.5.Good level of English (oral and written).It will be an asset:Previous experience or interest in human genetics, molecular biology, bioinformatics.Previous experience in laboratory techniques related to molecular genetics.Knowledge of bioinformatics tools and programming.Languages:ENGLISH Level: GoodSPANISH Level: ExcellentYears of Research Experience: 1 - 4Additional InformationPre-doctoral contract: 4 yearsProfessional category of pre-doctoral researcher, Group II, Area 2, according to the collective bargaining agreement.Full time of 37.5 hours per week.Gross annual salary: First year €16,900Private matters: 6 working days per year.Vacation: 22 working days per year.December 24 and 31 are non-business days.Eligibility criteriaThe evaluation process must comply with the following criteria and sub-criteria:Criterion 1.

Academic and/or scientific-technical background of the candidate (up to 50 points).Sub-criterion 1.a): Scientific and technical contributions (up to 45 points).Sub-criterion 1.b): Mobility and internationalisation (up to 5 points).Criterion 2.

Suitability of the candidate for the research activities to be carried out (up to 50 points).Selection process:Once candidates send their application to the IdiPAZ email address, their applications are stored until the deadline for receipt of applications for the offer is up.

The HR department of IdiPAZ will make a first selection of applications selecting those who meet the criteria required in the offer.

The selected applications are then evaluated by the selection committee, composed of the head of human resources at IdiPAZ, the President of the IdiPAZ Internal Scientific Committee and the Project Manager.Additional commentsDocumentation to be submitted by each candidate:Motivation letter explaining your interest in the project and pursuing a doctoral degree.Academic transcript (including average grades for both Bachelor's and Master's degrees).2) Incorporation and place of work:Contract start date: Willingness to start the contract no later than 1 June 2025Work Location(s)Number of offers available: 1Company/Institute: Fundación para la Investigación Biomédica del Hospital Universitario La PazCountry: SpainState/Province: MadridCity: MadridPostal Code: 28046Street: Paseo Castellana 261 #J-18808-Ljbffr