Senior Postdoctoral Researcher – Advanced Therapies Platform, Ref. S34-2026

PROJECT TO BE DEVELOPED:

The Advanced Therapies Platform (PTA) at Sant Joan de Déu Research Institute (Barcelona) is seeking an outstanding Senior Postdoctoral Researcher to join the SOLARIS project, a Horizon Europe-funded international consortium focused on accelerating the development and clinical translation of innovative Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs) for rare diseases.

The successful candidate will play a central role in the implementation of the SOLARIS work plan at Sant Joan de Déu, contributing to the development, optimization and translation of advanced therapeutic strategies, while interacting with a multidisciplinary network of leading European academic, clinical and industrial partners.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced postdoctoral researcher wishing to work at the interface between cutting-edge research, GMP manufacturing, regulatory science and clinical translation.

KEY RESPONSABILITIES:

• Lead and execute research activities within the SOLARIS project.
• Design and optimize advanced therapy approaches, including gene therapy, gene editing and/or cell-based therapies.
• Coordinate scientific activities with European consortium partners and contribute to consortium deliverables and milestones.
• Work closely with the Advanced Therapies Platform to facilitate the translation of research into GMP manufacturing and clinical application.
• Supervise junior researchers, PhD students and research assistants.
• Prepare scientific reports, publications and presentations for consortium meetings and international conferences.
• Contribute to the preparation of competitive European and national research proposals.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Full-time position (37.5 hours/week) with flexible working hours.
• A senior postdoctoral position within a dynamic and rapidly expanding Advanced Therapies Platform.
• Participation in the SOLARIS Horizon Europe consortium, working alongside internationally recognized leaders in advanced therapies.
• Access to state-of-the-art research and GMP manufacturing facilities.
• An outstanding collaborative and translational research environment within Sant Joan de Déu Research Institute.
• Opportunities for scientific leadership, international networking and career development.
• Access to the SJD T-Cuida Programme, offering initiatives and benefits designed to promote the physical, emotional, social and professional wellbeing of our teams.
• Competitive salary in the range of €46,000–€48,000 gross per year, depending on experience.
• Location: Esplugues de Llobregat.

THE PROFILE WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• PhD in Biomedical Sciences, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Genetics, Biotechnology or a related discipline.
• Completion of at least one postdoctoral fellowship (minimum 2–3 years of postdoctoral research experience).
• Demonstrated expertise in Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs), including gene therapy, gene editing, cell therapy and/or immunotherapy.
• Strong publication record in high-impact international journals.
• Experience in managing collaborative research projects and working in multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

DESIRABLE:

• Experience in translational research and development of ATMPs.
• Knowledge of genome editing technologies (CRISPR/Cas), viral vectors, stem cell biology or immune cell engineering.
• Previous experience working within European collaborative projects (Horizon Europe, ERC, MSCA or similar).
• Familiarity with GMP environments, quality systems and regulatory requirements for ATMP development.
• Experience supervising students or junior researchers.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Scientific independence and leadership.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work within international multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive attitude, problem-solving skills and commitment to translational research.

Esplugues de Llobregat, 24/07/2026