Open Call for Expression of Interest – Postdoctoral researcher Reference GIMM/CT/23-2026

The GIMM – Gulbenkian Institute for Molecular Medicine is a pioneering Portuguese private research
foundation with an ambitious vision for fundamental scientific exploration and its profound impact on global
health and well-being. Founded in 2023, GIMM is the result of the merge of two leading research institutes:
Instituto de Medicina Molecular João Lobo Antunes (iMM) and Instituto Gulbenkian de Ciência (IGC) and
dedicates to unraveling the fundamental mysteries of life and aims to be at the forefront of transdisciplinary
research.

What GIMM seeks: At this moment, GIMM is looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Laboratory
coordinated by Claus Azzalin, under the research project “GENOME-PRUNING: Programmed genome pruning
as a mechanism of long-term resilience in post-mitotic tissue” funded by Core Funding.

Key responsibilities

• Establishment of human post-mitotic myofibers and neuron cultures;
• Analysis of genome stability and activation of inflammatory pathways in the aforementioned
  systems;
• Analysis of telomere stability and telomere transcription in the aforementioned systems.

Profile of Candidate

• PhD in cell biology, genetics or related fields
• Proven experience in cell biology and molecular biology applied to mammalian cultured cells;
• Proven experience in high-end microscopy and image analysis, with experience in live cell imaging
  considered as a plus;
• Experience and deep interest in genome stability maintenance, telomere biology, innate immunity
  and aging;
• At least one first author paper published in a peer-reviewed journal;
• Proficiency in English, spoken and written;
• Forward thinking, can-do, proactive attitude and career oriented;
• International scientific experience.

First Phase: Curriculum Analysis (50%) and Motivation Letter (30%).
The Curriculum will be qualitatively assessed in terms of its content and relevance to the tasks to be
performed, namely:

• research experience and relevant knowledge in the area of the proposed work plan, as
  described in the candidate profile (20%);
• published scientific work, with particular emphasis on areas related to the proposed work
  plan (20%);
• international scientific experience (10%).

The Motivation Letter will be evaluated based on the candidate’s motivation and interest in the activities to
be carried out and in the field of research (25%), as well as written communication skills in the English
language (5%).
Candidates who obtain a minimum final score of 75% in the first phase will be admitted to the second phase.

Second Phase: Interview (20%)
The interview will assess the candidate’s scientific background, motivation, suitability for the proposed
activities, and communication skills.
Only candidates meeting the minimum score threshold in the first phase will be invited to the interview
stage.
Only candidates who achieve a final overall score of at least 90% will be offered the position.

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