La Caixa Foundation – INPhINIT Incoming Fellowships Programme *****)
Overview
The Foundation is awarding 30 doctoral fellowships in Spain and Portugal to support young researchers in health & life sciences, technology, physics, engineering and mathematics.
Fellows will work at SeveroOchoa or MaríadeMaeztu distinguished institutions, the CarlosIII Health Institute, or other recognised excellence units.
Eligibility
• Any nationality; applicants must be selected in the **** INPhINIT Incoming Doctoral Fellowships programme.
• Hold a higher-education degree that qualifies for a doctoral programme.
• Must not have been enrolled in a doctoral programme prior to the fellowship.
• English language proficiency as specified by the Foundation.
Responsibilities
Project 1 – Ovarian Cancer Research (PI: Jordi Barretina)
Integrate multi-omics data, develop 3D cultures and PDX models, test therapeutics, and publish findings.
Project 2 – HIV/ STI Community Research (PI: Cinta Folch)
Support community-based epidemiological surveys, data analysis, report drafting, and community dissemination.
Project 3 – Childhood Liver Oncology (PI: Carolina Armengol)
Investigate hepatoblastoma biology using biorepository samples, collaborate in Horizon Europe projects, and contribute to publications.
Project 4 – Tuberculosis Immunology (PI: Irene Latorre)
Study host-pathogen interactions in mouse and human models, develop immune-based biomarkers, and support translational work.
Project 5 – Peripheral Nerve Tumours (PI: Eduard Serra)
Explore genomics, cell identity and microenvironment in malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumours, using 3D and iPSC models.
Project 6 – Clinical Genomics – RNA-seq Diagnostics (PI: Elisabeth Castellanos)
Develop novel RNA-sequencing methodologies to improve interpretation of variants of uncertain significance in hereditary cancers.
Project 7 – Colorectal Cancer Immuno-Therapeutics (PI: Sergio Alonso)
Assess epigenetic regulation of extracellular matrix remodelers to enhance tumour immunogenicity and response to checkpoint inhibitors.
Project 8 – Neurofibromatosis Type1 (PI: Bernat Gel)
Lead multi-modal single-cell projects, develop nanopore pipelines, and apply findings to early cancer detection.
Project 9 – Stroke Biomarkers (PI: Teresa Gasull)
Investigate biomarkers and mechanisms of cell death in large animal stroke models, and translate results for clinical use.
Project 10 – Thyroid Cancer Epigenetics (PI: Mireia Jordà)
Validate epigenetic biomarkers in fine-needle aspirates and circulating extracellular vesicles to guide treatment of radioiodine-refractory disease.
Project 11 – Tumour-Associated Macrophages (PI: Maria Rosa Sarrias)
Characterise macrophage phenotypes, conduct preclinical mouse work, and support translational collaborations with industry.
Project 12 – Synucleinopathies Biomarkers (PI: Katrin Bayer)
Develop platelet-derived miRNA biomarkers for Parkinson's and Lewy body dementia, and perform translational studies.
Qualifications
First- or second-year PhD or equivalent research experience (=4years).
Strong analytical and laboratory skills; experience with multi-omics, cell culture, or epidemiology is an advantage.
Effective written and verbal communication in English; Spanish or Portuguese knowledge is a plus.
Motivation to work in multidisciplinary teams and to participate in conferences/publications.
Commitment to human rights and inclusive research practices.
Offer
The fellowship provides €***** per year covering labour costs, with a minimum gross salary of €*****.
It includes Social Security and other mandatory fees.
Fellows will work under contract with the host institution under a formal agreement signed by The La Caixa Foundation.
Applications are accepted until the placement deadline; fellowships will commence between September and November ****, with possible extensions until 31 January ****.
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