PhD Student in G-protein-coupled receptors : Terrassa (Barcelona), Spain

PhD Student in G-protein-coupled receptors : Terrassa (Barcelona), Spain

A predoctoral position for carrying out research in the Group of Molecular and Industrial Biotechnology (GBMI), within the biomedical pole of the Catalan Bioregion, at the new Gaia research building at the Campus of Terrassa of Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya

Position : PhD candidate

• Qualification : Motivated individual graduated in a life sciences connected discipline with strong
• background in Biochemistry, molecular biology and Biotechnology.
• Project Description : The research project is focused on the molecular mechanisms of diseases (retinal degeneration, depression) associated with G-protein-coupled receptors structural and functional alterations.
• Desirable : Candidates must hold a University degree and preferably (but not necessarily) a Master’s degree in Biochemistry, molecular biology, biophysics, structural biology, chemistry or related fields. An excellent academic record, and good capacity for integrating in a stimulating interdisciplinary research environment, is required. Expertise in biophysical techniques would be a plus.

Note : Candidates of any nationality would be considered.

Applicants should send a cover letter explaining the motivation for this specific offer and an updated CV to Dr. Pere Garriga at pere.garriga@upc.edu

Deadline : 31.07.12