VIRIEVAC_PostDoc_01_052026 - Postdoctoral researcher position

Sep 11, 2026

Postdoctoral position at IrsiCaixa within the VIRIEVAC Group (Viral Immune Evasion and Vaccines) focusing on cellular immunology, virology, and protein engineering. The role combines interdisciplinary virology and immune-monitoring research with work on experimental design, standard operational procedures, quality control, data analysis, and scientific dissemination. The selected candidate will collaborate closely with the principal investigator, maintain laboratory activities, present results at meetings and conferences, and contribute to fellowship applications and publications. Full-time dedication and flexible scheduling are required.

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| | | | --- | --- | | | Post-doctoral researcher | | | VIRIEVAC_PostDoc_01_052026 | | | Full-time dedication | | | Cellular immunology, virology, protein engineering | | | Dr. Julia García Prado | | | PhD | | | Catalan, Spanish or English | | | Open until position is filled | | | Immunology, Biomedicine, Biochemistry, Biotechnology virology or related | | | We are seeking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic pre-doctoral candidate to join VIRIEVAC Group (Viral Immune Evasion and Vaccines) at IrsiCaixa based at the Biomedical Research Campus of Can Ruti.
VIRIEVAC is an interdisciplinary team combining virology, cellular immunology, protein engineering and bioinformatics to advance knowledge and innovation in viral immunity. The group focuses on characterizing cellular immune responses that effectively control infections for the development of immune monitoring tools and innovative Immunotherapeutics.
For this PhD opportunity, the selected candidate will work closely with the PI to apply for personal fellowship funding from competitive programs such as Juande la Cierva, Sara Borell or MSC actions, among others international possibilities depending on the country of origin. | | | Under the direction of the principal investigator and very close collaboration with other team members, the candidate will:
• Experimental design and generation of standard operational procedures, experimental performance and quality control, data analysis and representation.
• Maintain close communication with the PI and team members regarding progress.
• Regular maintenance of the laboratory activities.
• Scientific dissemination (conference and publications)
• Present research findings in internal lab meetings, seminars, and external conferences.
• The position requires full-time dedication and scheduled flexibility. | | | • High level of motivation and interest.
• Competitive CV with a track record of publications to apply for post-doctoral contracts
• Technical expertise in immune assays and flow-cytometry
• Relevant expertise in T cell immunology
• Excellent organizational skills, laboratory management and attention to detail
• Able to work independently and in a collaborative manner. | | | • Advanced written and oral communication skills in English.
• PhD title
• Previous international mobility is a plus
• 0-3 years of post-doc experience and good level of English | | --- | --- | | | • The position will be offered under a postdoctoral employment contract with an initial duration of three years and possible extensions up to a total of six years.
• Impactful, innovative and interdisciplinary research projects
• Mixed basic and clinical research environment in Biomedicine
• International and interdisciplinary research environment consisting of wet lab scientists and data analysts
• State-of-the-art infrastructure and well-equipped offices
• Support in preparing fellowship applications
• Sponsored training opportunities on scientific and professional soft skills (including courses on leadership, communication, scientific writing, time management, data analysis, research seminars, etc.)
• The opportunity to improve and grow professionally
• Flexible schedule
• Generous vacation package: 22 vacation days, plus a full week at Christmas, plus 3 personal days | | | 30th June, 2026 | | | • Curriculum Vitae in English
• Motivation letter in English explaining your academic background, research interests, and reasons for applying to this post-doctoral position
• Academic certificates of PhD completion
• At least two recommendation letters and reference contacts | | | • Pre-selection: evaluation of track record, CV and motivation letter
• The pre-selected candidate will apply for PhD training contracts
• Offered position: the job offer will be sent to the successful candidate after being awarded the PhD contract | | | • Through the IrsiCaixa website
• By sending

FAQs

What research area does the postdoctoral position cover?

The position focuses on cellular immunology and virology, integrating protein engineering and bioinformatics to advance viral immune knowledge and innovative immunotherapeutics.

What are the main responsibilities of the selected candidate?

The candidate will handle experimental design, standard operational procedures, experimental performance and quality control, data analysis, laboratory maintenance, and scientific dissemination including internal and external presentations.

What application materials and submission requirements are required?

Applicants need a CV in English, a motivation letter in English, PhD completion certificates, and at least two recommendation letters plus reference contacts. Applications must email the required materials and include the job code VIRIEVAC_PostDoc_01_052026 in the subject line.

Sep 11, 2026

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