Computational Researcher: Design of Gene Editors (open)

We are a collaborative partnership with industry partners, dedicated to engineering new protein editors. We are seeking a highly motivated and independent researcher to join our team, focusing on the computational design of novel gene editors to improve efficiency and precision.

Selected candidates should use AI tools for protein design, enhancing the development of novel therapeutic approaches, leverage advanced computational resources, including high-performance GPU clusters and collaborate with our industrial partner.

Qualifications:

- MSc or PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Structural Biology, Computational Biology, or a related field.

- Experience in protein design and proficiency with AI tools for protein engineering are highly desirable.

- Ability to work independently, as well as in collaboration with a team.

- Good communication skills in English

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary based on experience.

- The opportunity to work at the CRG, located at the PRBB, a world-class research environment with state-of-the-art facilities.

- Access to cutting-edge computational resources, including specialized GPU clusters.

How to Apply:

Follow the instructions at the application link: https://recruitment.crg.eu/content/jobs/position/researcher%E2%80%94computational-design-gene-editors-bioinformatician-0

Deadline: October 17th

Computational Researcher: Design of Advanced Therapies (open)

We are a collaborative partnership between leading academic groups and industry partners, dedicated to developing advanced therapeutic solutions. We are seeking a highly motivated and independent researcher to join our team, focusing on the computational design of novel gene editors to improve efficiency and precision, as well as the in-silico optimization of lentiviral vector surface markers to enhance selectivity, efficacy, and enable cell-specific gene therapy applications.

Selected candidates should use AI tools for protein design, enhancing the development of novel therapeutic approaches, leverage advanced computational resources, including specialized GPU clusters and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across academic and industry partners.

Qualifications:

- MSc or PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Structural Biology, Computational Biology, or a related field.

- Experience in protein design and proficiency with AI tools for protein engineering are highly desirable.

- Ability to work independently, as well as in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

- Good communication skills in English (Spanish is a plus).

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary based on experience (40-45k€/year).

- The opportunity to work at the CRG, located at the PRBB, a world-class research environment with state-of-the-art facilities.

- Access to cutting-edge computational resources, including specialized GPU clusters.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their CV, cover letter, and contact information for three references.

E-mail: ulrich.eckhard@ibmb.csic.es and noelia.ferruz@crg.eu.

Subject: Application Protein Design for Advanced Therapies Researcher

Deadline: October 15th

Deep Learning Researcher (open)

We are currently seeking a deep learning researcher to join our AI for Protein Design lab in Barcelona. The candidate will be responsible for training and implementing intelligent agents and applying Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI) techniques in protein design.

We are hiring at all levels, junior and senior profiles are welcome to apply. We are also open to remote work and offer attractive salaries and an excellent (beachfront!) location.

If you are a motivated researcher with expertise in AI, a background in computer science, mathematics, or a relevant experience, and a passion for advancing protein design, please send us an email to noelia.ferruz@crg.eu including a research statement and your CV.

MSCA PhD Position - Position closed

We have an open Marie Curie skłodowska Action (MSCA) PhD position to start this fall (2023) or early 2024 within an outstanding industrial network of various pharma companies and universities in Europe.

The PhD candidate will stay for 18 months in our group in Barcelona and 18 months in Bayer in Berlin to work on the AI-driven design and explainability of enzymes catalyzing novel reactions. Follow the info in this link to apply: https://aichemist.eu/ - our position is DC7!

Deadline September 1st 2023.

Lab Manager - Position closed

We are looking for a researcher with a broad experience in protein characterization (cloning, expression, purification).

Qualifications:

  • MSc (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific discipline.

  • At least three years of wet lab experience.

  • Knowledge of protein chemistry and biophysical methods involved in the characterization and formulation of proteins.

  • Hands-on experience in analyzing proteins by methods such as chromatography, gel electrophoresis, fluorescence spectroscopy, and crystallography.

  • Experience in setting up protein stability studies.

  • Ability to speak Catalan or Spanish to get in contact with local suppliers and maintenance companies.

We are a small lab, and you will take responsibility for the wet-lab work, occasionally managing incoming students. As a person, you are result oriented, can take the initiative, and drive your activities autonomously. This is a long-term position, with an initial contract of four years.

Interested? Send your CV to noelia.ferruz@crg.eu before May 15th 2023, or drop us any questions!