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JOB TITLE
R2 Senior Research Specialist in Obesity and Metabolic Pathologies
Researcher career profile (R2)
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Diabetes and Associated Metabolic Diseases Research Group (DIAMET) is a multidisciplinary and dynamic research group focused on the study of metabolic disorders associated with diabetes mellitus morbidity and obesity. The research group is led by Dr. Sonia Fernandez-Veledo and Dr. Joan Vendrell and is comprised of clinical and basic researchers, technicians, and administrative support staff. DIAMET opted to combine clinical research with animal experimentation to improve the translational nature of his research. This has been reflected not only in the increase in the quality of their publications (scientific impact) but in the innovative and transferable nature of their proposals, which has recently materialized in the creation of the Spin-off Succipro S.L (impact on society).
Number of available positions: 1
The selected candidate will perform the following tasks:
– Conduct advanced research on the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying obesity, type 2 diabetes, and liver dysfunction, with a specific focus on metabolic regulation, insulin resistance, and incretin hormones.
– Design, implement, and oversee clinical and experimental studies.
– Collaborate on multicentric projects involving human in vivo metabolic assessments and clinical trials.
– Supervise and mentor junior researchers and research assistants.
– Publish findings in high-impact journals and present at national and international conferences to disseminate research outcomes.
CANDIDATE PROFILE & REQUIREMENTS
– Ph.D. in Medical Physiology, Pharmacology, or a related field.
– A minimum of 10 years of postdoctoral research experience, including international experience.
– Demonstrated expertise in obesity and type 2 diabetes research.
– Proven experience in designing and managing complex metabolic studies and clinical trials involving advanced techniques in metabolic assessments.
– Formation in the regulatory requirements for clinical trials and translational research.
IT WILL BE VALUED
– High level of English
– Knowledge of clinical guidelines and practical applications for diabetes and obesity treatments.
– Proven ability to work both independently and within collaborative, multi-institutional research environments.
– Strong organizational skills, with a history of managing large-scale research projects
– Proven experience in supervision and mentorship of young researchers
– Strong record of publications as a leading author in high-impact journals (D1).
SELECTION PROCEDURE
To access the interview phase it is necessary to have obtained a minimum score of 50 points in the sum of scores of the evaluation of the curriculum.
| Items | 40 |
| Attitude | 5 |
| Fit in the work place | 15 |
| Experience, developed functions/skills | 15 |
| Teamwork | 5 |
The selected person must have obtained a minimum score of 80 points in the sum of scores from the assessment of all phases of the selection procedure.
SELECTION COMMITTEE
▪ President: Sonia Fernández Veledo. (Group Leader)
▪ Chair 1: Joan Vendrell. (Group Leader)
▪ Chair 2: Victòria Ceperuelo. (Principal Investigator)
SUBSTITUTES:
▪ President: Ana Megía. (Principal Investigator)
▪ Chair 1: Anna Rull (Group Leader)
▪ Chair 2: Ana Madeira (Postdoctoral Researcher)
CANDIDATURES
For any questions or queries: recruitment@iispv.cat
DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF CV 28/11/2024
COMMUNICATIONS
The IISPV will notify the candidates of the results of the different phases of the selection process through its website.
HRS4R Research in HR Excellence
The IISPV has the European accreditation The Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R), complies with the general principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the recruitment of researchers.
The IISPV has an internal recruitment policy that follows the Open, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment (OTM-R) policies. More information about the HRS4R policies implemented at the IISPV is available on the following website: https://www.iispv.cat/hrs4r-hr-excellenceresearch/
The IISPV will guarantee the right to equal opportunities and treatment, as well as the real and effective exercise of rights by people with disabilities under equal conditions with respect to other citizens, through the promotion of personal autonomy, universal accessibility, access to employment, inclusion in the community and independent living and the eradication of any form of discrimination, in accordance with articles 9.2, 10, 14 and 49 of the Spanish Constitution and the International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and international treaties and agreements ratified by Spain.
In the event of a tie, priority will be given to hiring the person with a disability.
In the event of a tie between people of different genders, the person of the least represented gender in the work group/department/service in which he joins will be hired.
LABOUR CONDITIONS
