Science” 2021 (VIHREN) of the Bulgarian National Science Fund.
Description of the project can be found here: https://www.mu-varna.bg/BG/AboutUs/Pages/nauchna-programa-vihren.aspx
Job Description
Working in close collaboration with the CHiP-BiD principal investigator, the applicant will participate in research activities in, and develop on a day-to-day basis, the development and validation of robust biomarkers (epigenetic liquid biopsies) for heart failure and brain tumors, with a particular focus on developing biochemical methods inferring which tissue or cell type released the circulating histones. Signals used for origin inference will include fragmentomics / nucleosome footprints.
Where to Apply
E-mail: chip_bid@mu-varna.bg
Requirements
Research Field: Medical sciences » Other
Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
- Holding a PhD in molecular biology/cellular biology/experimental neurosciences/experimental cardiology, or related disciplines, is essential.
- Professional experience in one or more of the following areas: neuroinflammation, oncology, signaling, epigenetics, and experimental cell biology.
- Previous pertinent publication track is desirable.
- Fluent command of English.
Specific Requirements
- PhD degree, obtained within 3 years prior to application date.
- Fluency in English is essential
- Fluency in Bulgarian to communicate with local clinicians is essential
- Knowledge of other common EU languages to communicate with clinicians/international collaborators is an advantage
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work with biological material from various sources (biopsies, primary cell cultures)
- High dexterity for laboratory work
- Previous experience with in vitro models is essential
- Professional and meticulous
- Ability to work in an international environment
Languages: English — Level: Excellent
Languages: Bulgarian — Level: Excellent
Languages: Italian — Level: Excellent
Research Field: Biological sciences » Other; Medical sciences » Other
Years of Research Experience: 1 - 4
Additional Information
Benefits
Salary – EUR 1789,00 gross per month for full time contract.
The hourly commitment is planned at 25% (10 hours/week). The salary is estimated at EUR 447,25 gross for this commitment.
Additional comments
Applications, including a CV and cover letter, should be sent to the Head of Administration and to the Principal Investigator at the following e-mail addresses: chip_bid@mu-varna.bg, manlio.vinciguerra@mu-varna.bg; by 19/10/2026 at the latest.
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: Medical University of Varna
Country: Bulgaria
City: Varna
Postal Code: 9002
Street: 55 Marin Drinov
Contact
City: Varna
Website: http://mu-varna.bg/EN
Street: 55 Marin Drinov
Postal Code: 9002
E-Mail: uni_projects@mu-varna.bg
