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Predoctoral PhD Position in Cardiovascular Disease and p38 MAPK Research Fundació Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron Institut de Recerca in Spain

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Biostatistics

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Full-time temporary technical and scientific activities contract linked to project activities. Gross annual salary is €25,079.88. The post is funded through an EU programme (Other EU programme).

Deadline

Sep 29, 2026

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Spain

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Biostatistics
Biology
Translational Medicine
Medical Science
Cardiotoxicity
Statistics

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Predoctoral PhD opportunity in cardiovascular biology at Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain.

This opening is for an early-stage researcher to develop a doctoral project in the Experimental Cardiovascular Laboratory / Cardiovascular Disease Group at the Fundació Hospital Universitari Vall d’Hebron Institut de Recerca. The project is centered on cardiovascular disease, translational biomedical research, myocardial ischemia-reperfusion, doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity, and the role of p38 MAPK in cardiac damage. The work includes in vivo and in vitro animal models, isolated rodent heart models, data analysis, statistical interpretation, surgical/anaesthesia procedures, and scientific writing.

Degree level: PhD / predoctoral researcher position. Applicants must already be admitted to a doctoral programme and enrol at the start of the appointment.

Eligibility highlights: completed university degree plus a master’s degree with at least 300 ECTS total, including at least 60 ECTS at master’s level; master’s degree in Translational Biomedical Research; animal handling course; English B2 or equivalent. Additional value is given to biostatistics/data analysis training, Catalan and/or Spanish fluency, prior cardiovascular research experience, publications, conference presentations, outreach, and teamwork.

Funding and contract: full-time temporary contract linked to project activities, 37.5 hours/week, gross annual salary €25,079.88. Start date: as soon as possible.

Application deadline: 29 September 2026, 23:59 (Europe/Andorra).

How to apply: Use the VHIR application portal and upload the required documents: CV, certified academic record, and official doctoral programme admission document. Follow the specified file naming instructions and submit before the deadline.

Funding details

Full-time temporary technical and scientific activities contract linked to project activities. Gross annual salary is €25,079.88. The post is funded through an EU programme (Other EU programme).

What's required

Completed university degree and a master’s degree with at least 300 ECTS of official university studies, including at least 60 ECTS at master’s level, or an equivalent qualification that grants access to doctoral studies. The candidate must be admitted to a doctoral programme and enrol at the beginning of the appointment. Required English level is B2 or equivalent. A master’s degree in Translational Biomedical Research and an animal handling course are required. Desirable: additional or specialised training in biostatistics and data analysis, fluency in Catalan and/or Spanish, previous research experience, peer-reviewed publications, experience presenting at scientific congresses, manuscript preparation, science communication/outreach, and strong teamwork/collaboration skills. At least 3 years’ experience in cardiovascular research projects focused on molecular mechanisms of cardiac damage and innovative strategies is listed as required.

How to apply

Apply through the VHIR jobs portal using the provided application link. Submit the updated CV, certified academic records for bachelor’s and master’s degrees, and official proof of admission to a doctoral programme. Ensure all documents are uploaded before the deadline and follow the required file naming instructions.

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