Research Scientist for the Transformation and Metastasis Group – Spain

Job
September 8, 2025

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Job Description

Description

The Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO) is one of the top leading cancer research institutes in Europe, hosting world-renowned scientists that have made significant contributions in both basic and translational aspects of cancer biology.
The goal of Dr. Eva González-Suárez´s laboratory is to understand the signaling pathways implicated in cell identity in physiological conditions, crosstalk between epitelial immune cells during cancer initiation, progression and metástasis. We have a multidisciplinary approach using mouse models, cell cultures, clinical samples and molecular and cell biology techniques to translate basic research into clinically relevant results.
The CNIO is an international working environment that promotes a policy of non-discrimination and equal access, so that no candidate can be privileged, benefited, harmed or deprived of any right, on basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, economic situation, education, social origin or condition, genetic heritage, reduced working capacity, disability, chronic illness, nationality, race, territory of origin, language, religion, political or ideological convictions, and trade union membership. The CNIO has special policies in place to promote work/life balance in the career development of the employees.

Research Scientist for the Transformation and Metastasis Group - Spain

Criteria

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral/research scientist holding a PhD (prior to 2021) in a relevant discipline with at least four years of experience as postdoctoral scientist and with strong background in cancer biology, immunity and / or metabolism. Certifications in animal handling and experimentation.
Candidates must have:
– An outstanding publication record in peer review journals during the diferent stages of their scientific career.
– International experience.
– Experience working with mouse models of cancer, tumor immunology and metabolism.
– Strong technical skills in molecular and cell biology.
– Fluent spoken and written English.
– Experience in manuscript writing and supervision of students.
– Basic knowledge on bioinformatic tools.

Offering

– The opportunity to be part of an internationally renowned research Centre.
– An excellent working, multidisciplinary environment that combines basic and translational research in oncology.
– Salary competitive and commensurate with experience.
– Applicants should send their applications, including a detailed CV with a cover letter and contacts for 2 references, by e-mail to empleo@cnio.es & egonzalez@cnio.es quoting the reference SSTM9 in the subject line of the e-mail.