Beekman Lab: LLymphoma | Genome Regulation and Organization | Translocations | Single-cell Multiomics | DNA Methylation

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BEEKMAN LAB: Llymphoma | Genome Regulation and Organization | Translocations | Single-cell Multiomics | DNA Methylation

Our Research

Our lab focuses on the understanding of normal B-cell differentiation and lymphoma formation from the perspective of 3D chromatin organization, DNA methylation and single-cell heterogeneity in healthy and pre-malignant lymphocyte cell populations.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for two enthusiastic candidates, with respective hands on experience in wetlab or bioinformatics for at least 1 year, to pursue a wetlab-oriented project regarding gene regulation in lymphoma formation, and a single-cell multiomics bioinformatic project to identify new B-cell subtypes and their connection to lymphoma formation.

Eligibility criteria

Candidates should fulfill the following eligibility criteria at the time of the call deadline. If it becomes clear before, during, or after the evaluation phase that one or more of the eligibility criteria have not been fulfilled, the proposal will be declared ineligible and withdrawn from further examination.

• The call is open to candidates of any nationality.
• Candidates must have obtained a University Bachelor's Degree and a Master's Degree in biomedical sciences within the European Higher Education System (minimum 300 ECTS) or an equivalent University Degree that allows them to start a PhD thesis in Spain. Candidates who expect to be awarded with such a degree by September 2025 are eligible to apply.
• Candidates must have an excellent academic record, previous research experience, and a strong commitment to scientific research.
• Candidates must have a high working knowledge of English.
• Candidates invited to previous CRG PhD call interviews are not eligible.
• Candidates performing their Masters at the CRG are not eligible.
• Candidates may not have worked at the CRG for more than 3 months before the call deadline.

How to apply

• Applications must be submitted online - no applications by email will be considered. 
• Candidates must register to use the online application system.
• The online application form requests all of the necessary information for the initial stages of the selection process (General information, education, academic transcripts, scholarships, prizes and awards, research experience, scientific interests and reference letters).
• If the academic transcripts are not in Catalan, Spanish or English applicants should also attach a translation in one of the above-mentioned languages.
• Two reference letters will be automatically requested from the referees proposed by the candidate through the online system.
• Applicants should select a maximum of 2 CRG labs in which they would like to start a PhD.
• Candidates must ensure that all information and documents are included before the deadline, including the reference letters. Incomplete proposals will not be considered.

Once the application is submitted, an acknowledgment of receipt will be automatically sent by e-mail to the applicant.

For any additional information, please check the FAQs. 

Selection process

The selection of the fellows will be based on the candidates' academic qualifications and research excellence.

• Pre-selection: The pre-selection will be based on the candidate's application, reference letters, research interests, motivation, and fit to the selected labs. If the candidate is pre-selected, she/he will be invited to an online panel interview via Zoom on the 3rd of February 2025. If successfully passes the panel interview, the candidate will be invited to Barcelona for the presential interviews.
• Presential interviews: The interviews will take place from the 18th to the 20th of March 2025 at the CRG in Barcelona. Accommodation and flight tickets will be provided. Please be aware that during all those days, interviews and presentations will take place. Full details regarding the interview process will be sent to invited candidates.
• Notification to candidates: Offers will be made to the successful candidates shortly after the interview. Successful candidates would be expected to start the PhD latest by October 2025.

Fellowships available

Selected PhD students will receive an annual work contract with a competitive salary for a maximum of 4 years following the applicable national regulations. All PhD students will receive full health and occupational insurance coverage and will be included in the Spanish Social Security System.

Contact

For any additional information, please contact the CRG Training & Academic Office at: training@crg.eu