2 Junior Group Leader Positions
21 hours ago
Barcelona
Positions available- Junior Group Leader in AI and Data Science for Bioengineering (UB) – Reference: JRGLBioeng AI Data- Junior Group Leader in Translational Pediatric Bioengineering (HSJD) – Reference: JRGLBioeng PediatricFocus & Expertise – AI & Data Science for Bioengineering- Machine learning and deep learning for complex biological and engineered systems- Data-driven modeling and simulation in bioengineering- Digital twins and predictive modeling for biological systems- Signal and image processing for bioengineering applications and health‑related contexts- AI in engineering and health‑related contextsFocus & Expertise – Translational Pediatric Bioengineering- Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine for pediatric applications- Pediatric medical devices and biosensors, and monitoring systems- Microfluidics, organ‑on‑chip, and in vitro models for childhood diseases- Advanced biomaterials for clinical applications- Biological modeling and experimental systems for pediatric pathologies- Engineering solutions addressing unmet clinical needs in pediatric populationsCandidate profile- 5 years since PhD defense.- Extensive expertise in the specific scientific area of the position to which they apply.- An outstanding scientific output with international recognition within the field.- Leadership in competitive research funding, including a proven record of securing and coordinating competitive grants as Principal Investigator.- Substantial international research experience, including more than 3 years of professional activity outside Spain, such as extended research stays abroad.- Desirable 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 communicationand networking skills.What we offer- Initial 4‑year appointment with evaluation and possible extension.- Start‑up package and suitable laboratory space.- Access to IBEC’s state‑of‑the‑art core facilities and to outstanding predoctoral and postdoctoral researchers.- Support from a dedicated research project manager and IBEC’s researcher‑oriented administrative teams.- Active support to participate in competitive calls and establish an independent research line.- Measures 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.- Onboarding programme to facilitate incorporation at IBEC, including support for visa and work‑permit procedures and relocation to Barcelona for international candidates.- IBEC’s yearly training catalogue offers a wide range of technical and transferable skills training, including inclusive leadership training, mentoring programmes and coaching.- Access to IBEC’s international network of world‑class research centres, universities, hospitals and industry partners.Selection process- Stage I – Remote evaluation of applications by interdisciplinary panels.- Stage II – Remote interviews for shortlisted candidates.- Stage III – Final interview in Barcelona with the Selection Committee and site visit.Key dates- Call opens: 6 July 2026- Application deadline: 31 August 2026- Remote evaluation of applications: 1‑21 September 2026- Consensus Meeting I: 22 September 2026- Remote interviews with shortlisted candidates: 28 September–1 October 2026- Consensus Meeting II: 1 October 2026- Invitation to final shortlisted candidates: 2 October 2026- Final interviews in Barcelona with SAB: 19‑21 October 2026- Expected start date: 1 January 2027How to applyApplications must be submitted online no later than 31 August 2026 through the IBEC careers portal. Only applications submitted before the deadline will be evaluated.If you have never registered in IBEC’s Jobs application platform before, please do so through https://careers.Ibecbarcelona.Eu/. 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 PediatricBioengineering – Careers JRGLBioeng Pediatric.Required information in the online application tool- CV and main achievements.- Research proposal for the initial 4‑year appointment period, using the standard template available in the online application tool.- Self-assessment of leadership potential, institutional fitting and added value to IBEC.- Motivational letter.- Contact details of three referees.- For the UB position, teaching expertise and interests will also be required and evaluated.- Applicants must indicate one reference only: JRGLBioeng AI Data or JRGLBioeng Pediatric.Equal opportunity & inclusionIBEC’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.In 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.As 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.Protection of personal dataIBEC 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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