IRB Barcelona is seeking a experimental Postdoctoral Researcher in pathogenic yeast genomics to join the Comparative Genomics group, led by ICREA professor Toni Gabaldón.

The Comparative Genomics group, which is jointly affiliated to the Barcelona Supercomputing Centre (BSC-CNS), is involved in multiple projects covering a wide range of topics including evolutionary and comparative genomics, phylogenomics, and metagenomics. Gabaldón group is also affiliated to the Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red (CIBER) of infectious diseases.

The selected candidate will work in the context of several ongoing projects spanning from drug-resistance to host-pathogen interactions in the context of fungal infections. Focusing on understanding adaptation in emerging fungal pathogens, some of which are hybrids. The work will be mostly experimental and will include phenotypic assays, genetic manipulation, as well as single-cell transcriptomics, among others, and will involve close collaboration with bioinformaticians, given the multi-disciplinary nature of the project.

This position is co-funded by the research project PCI2022-135066-2, financed by MICIU/AEI /10.13039/501100011033) and the European Union “NextGenerationEU”/ PRTR.

Key responsabilities:

• Plan, perform and interpret experiments in the framework of the project.
• Contribute to other lab projects and to the maintenance of protocols and laboratory resources in the group.
• Critically analyze analytical results, participate in scientific discusions and in preparation of diverse forms of scientific communication.

You have:

• Experience: Microbiology, preferentially with yeasts or other fungal organisms. Genomics.
• Knowledge: Microbial evolution, molecular biology, genomics.
• Skills: Microbial and Molecular biology techniques.

You might also have:

• Experience: Previous experience with fungal or other pathogens. Previous experience.
• Skills: Genetic manipulation, phenotyping.

What we offer:

• To be a part a part of something meaningful: We are a biomedical research centre that tirelessly works to achieve a society free of diseases. Our mission is to carry out research of excellence to cure cancer and other diseases linked to ageing.
• Good Working conditions: This position is co-funded by the research project PCI2022-135066-2, financed by MICIU/AEI /10.13039/501100011033) and the European Union “NextGenerationEU”/ PRTR. Employed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations under a full-time contract. Employees receive the benefits of the Spanish Social Security system covering sickness, maternity/paternity leave and injuries at work.
• Competitive salary: commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• International Environment: Nearly 90 Postdoctoral researchers (more than a half non-Spanish nationals) are currently working at IRB Barcelona.
• Multidisciplinary Research: Research of excellence at the unique interface between biology, chemistry, and structural and computational biology.
• Training and Career: Postdoctoral researchers joining IRB Barcelona gain access to the Institute’s advanced research training and career development opportunities, all within in a competitive international environment. Courses and workshops on themes of particular interest to postdocs are offered regularly by the Institute.
• Relocation & Visa Assistance: Trained staff provides support on visa paperwork, administrative requirements, and practical information on living and working in Barcelona, etc.
• Social Life: We like to have fun. We promote several activities, like a Football League, an annual skiing trip, a Mountaineering Club, a Running Club and "Cool-off sessions", where members meet informally for drinks, snacks and scientific discussions.
• Fairness: Our recruitment is open, transparent and merit-based, and all applicants compete on the same terms. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.

HOW TO APPLY & SELECTION PROCESS:  

• Deadline for applications: 10/07/2025 (If no suitable candidate is found, the deadline will be extended) 
• Number of positions available: 1
• Selection process:
  • Pre-selection: Will be based on CV, motivation letter & experience.
  • Interviews: Short-listed candidates will be interviewed.
  • Job offer: Will be sent to the successful candidate after the interview. 

Note: The strengths and weaknesses of the applications will be provided upon request.

About us, the institute

Created in 2005 by the Generalitat de Catalunya (Government of Catalonia) and the University of Barcelona, IRB Barcelona is a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence—a seal that was awarded in 2011.

The institute is devoted to conducting research of excellence in biomedicine and to transferring results to clinical practice, thus improving people’s quality of life, while simultaneously promoting the training of outstanding researchers, technology transfer, and public communication of science. Its 29 laboratories and seven core facilities address basic questions in biology and are orientated to diseases such as cancer, metastasis, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and rare conditions.

IRB Barcelona is an international centre that hosts 500 members and 45 nationalities. It is located in the Barcelona Science Park. IRB Barcelona forms part of the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) and the “Xarxa de Centres de Recerca de Catalunya” (CERCA).