PhD student position: RNA binding proteins with roles in melanoma metastasis
The Institute
The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) is an international biomedical research institute of excellence, based in Barcelona, Spain, with more than 400 scientists from 44 countries. The CRG is composed by an interdisciplinary, motivated and creative scientific team which is supported both by a flexible and efficient administration and by high-end and innovative technologies.
In April 2021, the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) received the renewal of the 'HR Excellence in Research' Award from the European Commission. This is a recognition of the Institute's commitment to developing an HR Strategy for Researchers, designed to bring the practices and procedures in line with the principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter and Code).
The role
A PhD student position is available in the lab of Fátima Gebauer to investigate the role of novel RNA binding proteins (RBPs) in melanoma progression. The excellent candidate will determine the molecular mechanisms underlying RBP effects, with a special focus on RBPs with roles in membrane-associated translation and/or biology.
About the lab
Fátima Gebauer group is in the Genome Biology Programme of the CRG. She leads a team of motivated researchers working on RNA regulation and translational control in human cancer. For more information about the group, please visit http://www.crg.es/fatima_gebauer.
Whom would we like to hire?
Professional experience
Must Have
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Prior wet-lab expertise with RNA-binding proteins, cell culture and high-throughput assays
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You have proven experience with RNA-binding proteins and RNA manipulation
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You are fluent in English
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MS Office skills
Desirable but not required/ Nice to have
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Bioinformatics analysis of high-throughput data
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Expertise in membrane biology
Education and training
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You hold (by the start date) a master's degree (300 ECTS credits)
Languages
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You are proficient in English
Competences
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Highly developed organizational skills
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Attention to detail
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Communication skills
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Community oriented
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Initiative and independence
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Self-motivated
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Efficient
The Offer – Working Conditions
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Contract duration: 4-year PhD student position
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Estimated annual gross salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and consistent with our pay scales
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Target start date: September 2025
We provide a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructures, and unique professional career development opportunities. To check out our training and development portfolio, please visit our website in the training section.
We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity.
The CRG is committed to reconcile a work and family life of its employees and are offering extended vacation period and the possibility to benefit from flexible working hours.
Application Procedure
All applications must include:
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A motivation letter addressed to Dr Fátima Gebauer
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A complete CV including contact details.
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Contact details of two referees.
All applications must be addressed to Dr. Fátima Gebauer and be submitted online on the CRG Career site - http://www.crg.eu/en/content/careers/job-opportunities
Selection Process
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Pre-selection: The pre-selection process will be based on qualifications and expertise reflected on the candidates CV. It will be merit-based.
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Interview: Preselected candidates will be interviewed by Fátima Gebauer.
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Offer Letter: Once the successful candidate is identified the People department will send a Job Offer, specifying the start day, salary, working conditions, among other important details.
Deadline: Please submit your application by July 17, 2025.
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