Bioinformatics Postdoctoral Researcher

Barcelona (Catalonia, Spain) – Institut Botànic de Barcelona (IBB, CSIC, CMCNB) $%In collaboration with research groups led by Dr. Josefa González (CSIC) & Dr. Aurora RuizHerrera (UAB)

About the Project
We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join a cutting-edge project focused on developing and improving computational tools and platforms for the integrative analysis of genomic data.

The goal is to advance our understanding of genome function, 3D genome structure, and evolution, by developing:

• New algorithms for multi-omic data integration
• Scalable, reproducible and user-friendly computational platforms
• Tools for the analysis and storage of genomic, epigenomic, structural and functional data from model and non-model species

This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of computational biology, AI, highperformance computing, climate change and biodiversity, contributing to innovative digital solutions with applications in agriculture, livestock and aquaculture.

Scientific & Technological Fields

• Data analysis & integration
• Big data technologies
• Computational biology
• High-performance & cloud computing
• Artificial intelligence
• Climate change & biodiversity
•  Digital tools for bio-based sectors

Minimum Requirements

• PhD in Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science or related fields
• Proficiency in English
• Experience working in UNIX/Linux command-line environments
• Experience in programming languages (R, Python, Perl) and familiarity with machine learning/AI methods

Additional Merits

• Experience with NGS data processing and analysis; knowledge of NCBI databases and tools
• Skills in data visualization and graphic design (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Experience developing graphical interfaces

What We Offer

• Research in collaboration with Conexión GENOMA groups, including short research stays in partner labs across Spain
• Research stay in a private company
• A comprehensive training program including digital skills and soft-skills courses (220 ECTS)
• An excellent scientific environment at the Instituto Botánico de Barcelona (CSIC)

Contract Details

• Indefinite contract as Postdoctoral Researcher under the Spanish Science Law
• End of contract date: 31/03/2029
• Competitive salary: 41,000 € – 52,000 € gross/year

Application

Send a CV and a short letter of motivation to josefa.gonzalez@csic.es with the subject line: “PR application 2026”. Applications will be reviewed on the 28th of February 2026.

The funding for this contract comes from the European Union's Recovery and Resilience Facility-Next Generation, in the framework of the General Invitation of the Spanish Government’s public business entity Red.es to participate in talent attraction and retention programmes within Investment 4 of Component 19 of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan