CIC bioGUNE has established a strategic research line on translational oncology, which led to the development of the PREMETACAN program (Precision metabolism for next generation cancer management) funded by the AECC (https://www.contraelcancer.es/es/investigacion/proyectos-aecc/programa-excelencia-aecc-premetacan-metabolismo-precision-0). This research program is built on two scientific goals:
- To ascertain the interaction between systemic and cancer metabolism
- To strengthen the area of cancer glycobiology
As part of this strategy, we are aiming to recruit a talented young scientist to develop a research line in this topic.
INSTITUTION: CIC bioGUNE (www.cicbiogune.es)
POSITION: Researcher position.
TYPE OF POSITION: Tenure track (Ikerbasque Research Fellow), full-time
Requirements of the candidate:
- PhD completed before December 2022.
- A productive scientific trajectory, in which the versatility of research lines will be considered
- Experience in the field of cancer metabolism, and its productive output is justified
- International mobility in laboratories with international recognition in the field of cancer metabolism
- Alignment of the research experience to the Premetacan working packages
Additional aspects to be considered:
- Translational research experience (research projects, accreditations for animal experimentation, etc)
- Training and collaborative work
- Scientific and lay dissemination activities led by the candidate
CONDITIONS:
- Tenure track, full-time position, based at CIC bioGUNE.
- Preferred starting date: Before December 2025.
- Competitive institutional support and integration into the long-term scientific strategy of the research center.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Interested candidates should submit a single PDF including:
A motivation letter and 3 recommendation letters should be provided. In particular: A motivation letter describing experience, research interests, and expectations. The letter should also include the preferred and earliest possible start date.
- An abbreviated CV (CVA) including both a max. of 3 highlighted Publications (1–3) with Short Context and a full list of publications.
- Three recommendation letters
- A brief summary of relevant experimental expertise.
Reference letters must be sent directly to https://www.cicbiogune.es/careers/job-offers by the application deadline. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that the letters are submitted on time, before September 30th, 2025.
EQUALITY AND INCLUSION:
CIC bioGUNE and Ikerbasque are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse research environment. Applications from women are especially encouraged.
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