2 Junior Group Leader Positions
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Barcelona
ph3Positions available /h3 ul liJunior Group Leader in AI and Data Science for Bioengineering (UB) – Reference: JRGLBioeng AI Data /li liJunior Group Leader in Translational Pediatric Bioengineering (HSJD) – Reference: JRGLBioeng Pediatric /li /ul h3Focus Expertise – AI Data Science for Bioengineering /h3 ul liMachine learning and deep learning for complex biological and engineered systems /li liData-driven modeling and simulation in bioengineering /li liDigital twins and predictive modeling for biological systems /li liSignal and image processing for bioengineering applications and health‑related contexts /li liAI in engineering and health‑related contexts /li /ul h3Focus Expertise – Translational Pediatric Bioengineering /h3 ul liTissue engineering and regenerative medicine for pediatric applications /li liPediatric medical devices and biosensors, and monitoring systems /li liMicrofluidics, organ‑on‑chip, and in vitro models for childhood diseases /li liAdvanced biomaterials for clinical applications /liliBiological modeling and experimental systems for pediatric pathologies /li liEngineering solutions addressing unmet clinical needs in pediatric populations /li /ul h3Candidate profile /h3 ul li5 years since PhD defense. /li liExtensive expertise in the specific scientific area of the position to which they apply. /li liAn outstanding scientific output with international recognition within the field. /li liLeadership in competitive research funding, including a proven record of securing and coordinating competitive grants as Principal Investigator. /li liSubstantial international research experience, including more than 3 years of professional activity outside Spain, such as extended research stays abroad. /li liDesirable competencies: leadership and people management; critical judgement in identifying and executing research activities; strategic vision for the future of the research field; income and funding generation; knowledge generation and transfer; collaboration; inclusion; excellent communication and networking skills. /li /ul h3What we offer /h3 ul liInitial 4‑year appointment with evaluation and possible extension. /li liStart‑up package and suitable laboratory space. /li liAccess to IBEC’s state‑of‑the‑art core facilities and to outstanding predoctoral and postdoctoral researchers. /li liSupport from a dedicated research project manager and IBEC’s researcher‑oriented administrative teams. /li liActive support to participate in competitive calls and establish an independent research line. /li liMeasures to reconcile work and family life and to support work‑life balance, including flexible working hours, 23 working days of paid holidays, 9 leave days for personal matters, parental leave, flexible remuneration and other benefits. /li liOnboarding programme to facilitate incorporation at IBEC, including support for visa and work‑permit procedures and relocation to Barcelona for international candidates. /li liIBEC’s yearly training catalogue offers a wide range of technical and transferable skills training, including inclusive leadership training, mentoring programmes and coaching. /li liAccess to IBEC’s international network of world‑class research centres, universities, hospitals and industry partners. /li /ul h3Selection process /h3 ul liStage I – Remote evaluation of applications by interdisciplinary panels. /li liStage II – Remote interviews for shortlisted candidates. /li liStage III – Final interview in Barcelona with the Selection Committee and site visit. /li /ul h3Key dates /h3 ul liCall opens: 6 July 2026 /li liApplication deadline: 31 August 2026 /li liRemote evaluation of applications: 1‑21 September 2026 /li liConsensus Meeting I: 22 September 2026 /li liRemote interviews with shortlisted candidates: 28 September–1 October 2026 /li liConsensus Meeting II: 1 October 2026 /li liInvitation to final shortlisted candidates: 2 October 2026 /li liFinal interviews in Barcelona with SAB: 19‑21 October 2026 /li liExpected start date: 1 January 2027 /li /ul h3How to apply /h3 pApplications must be submitted online no later than 31 August 2026 through the IBEC careers portal. Only applications submitted before the deadline will be evaluated. /p pIf you have never registered in IBEC’s Jobs application platform before, please do so through If you are already registered, you can access the application directly through the specific link for each of the two positions: AI and Data Science for Bioengineering – Careers JRGLBioeng AI Data; Translational Pediatric Bioengineering – Careers JRGLBioeng Pediatric. /p h3Required information in the online application tool /h3 ul liCV and main achievements. /li liResearch proposal for the initial 4‑year appointment period, using the standard template available in the online application tool. /li liSelf-assessment of leadership potential, institutional fitting and added value to IBEC. /li liMotivational letter. /li liContact details of three referees. /li liFor the UB position, teaching expertise and interests will also be required and evaluated. /li liApplicants must indicate one reference only: JRGLBioeng AI Data or JRGLBioeng Pediatric. /li /ul h3Equal opportunity inclusion /h3 pIBEC’s commitment to equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion: Our strength and excellence as an international transdisciplinary research institute are based on diversity. As an equal opportunity employer, IBEC is committed to diversity and inclusion and supports employees irrespective of gender, nationality, religion, disability, age, sexual identity, or cultural and socioeconomic background. /p pIn categories where women are underrepresented, such as Group Leader positions, women candidates must represent at least 50 % of those interviewed, provided they have CVs comparable to those of male candidates. In cases of equal merit, preference will be given to women candidates. /p pAs a signatory of the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), IBEC will place particular emphasis on the scientific content of research outputs, especially for early-stage investigators, rather than on publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the work was published. /p h3Protection of personal data /h3 pIBEC guarantees that candidates’ personal data will be processed in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Organic Law 3/2018 on Personal Data Protection and guarantee of digital rights. Personal data will be processed solely for the purposes of the selection process. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
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