Early Stage Researcher (MSc graduate)
Porto, Portugal
Job Description
Biofabics is seeking a highly motivated and committed early stage researcher who wishes to develop his/her research at the interface of industrial and academic environments and with a strong interest in design of organs-on-chips/bioreactors, tissue/organ models, biofabrication, electrospinning, tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. The researcher is expected to be available to spend long periods abroad in the scope of the following project:
- ESCULAPE - Electro-conductive polymeric 3D scaffolds as novel strategies for biomedical applications
This project is targeted at building a strong interdisciplinary partnership to support research and innovation activities in the fields of biomaterials, polymer science, nanotechnology, tissue engineering, microbiology and medicine with the aim to explore, develop and implement new medical engineering solutions for regenerative medicine and wearable electronics. The project consortium is composed of 10 partners from 8 European Union countries, namely:
- Latvijas Universitate (LV)
- Sumy State University (UA)
- Ita-Suomen Yliopisto (FI)
- Uniwersytet im. Adama Mickiewicza Poznaniu (PL)
- Institut National de la Sante et de la Recherche Medicale (FR)
- Elektronikas un Datorzinatnu Instituts (LV)
- Vilniaus Universitetas (LT)
- Materials Research Center (UA)
- Biofabics (PT)
- Respilon Membranes S.R.O. (CZ)
You will be involved in:
· Research, development and innovation activities
· Drafting briefing notes, reports, articles and research materials
Requirements
The ideal candidates for this position:
· Has completed (or about to complete in 2026) an MSc degree in biomedical sciences, biomaterials engineering or related field
· Does not have a doctoral degree
· Is skilled in employing and/or developing technologies and techniques such as static and/or dynamic cell/tissue culture, development/processing of biocompatible biomaterials and scaffolds. Experience in 3D printing/bioprinting, Electrospinning, automation and programming/AI would be a plus, although not strictly necessary
· Is knowledgeable about cardiac biology and physiology
· Is able to drive collaborations across multiple organizations and carry out communication of research activities through presentations at informal and formal meetings, reports, research articles and conference presentations
· Has an excellent track record, demonstrated through meaningful research publications, grades and/or relevant professional experience
· Is available for long travels to perform research at consortium partners as well as available for short travels to consortium meetings and/or conferences
· Is a reliable and effective worker
· Is self-motivated, can excel in both unsupervised solo projects and in tight teamwork contexts
· Has a growth mindset and an ability to learn quickly
· Is a creative and critical thinker
Benefits
· Competitive salary
· The position will be formally based at our Porto (Portugal) facilities, although a large part of the time will be spent at consortium academic partners, mainly at INSERM (Montpelier, France)
· Immersion into a vibrant startup and academic community
About Biofabics
Biofabics is an R&D company specialized in 3D Biotissue analogues, providing next-generation solutions for studying, mimicking, repairing and replacing living tissues and organs. In particular, Biofabics develops: truly 3D customizable organ-on-chip devices for drug discovery and personalized diagnostic/treatment; body-like environments for study of cells and tissues in in vivo-like states; tailor-made implants and bioreactors for research and implantation. Biofabics provides R&D services to companies and labs around the world who are looking to employ novel, more accurate, and more reliable tissue/organ models in their own research activities.
Application process
· Applications should consist of a full curriculum vitae as well as a one-page cover letter describing briefly how you meet the criteria indicated above and outlining your interests, greatest achievements so far and future perspectives. Given that this position is meant for early stage researchers, recommendation letters and academic transcripts (grades) can also be added to the submitted documentation.
· Applications should be filed via e-mail to info@biofabics.com by May 31st, 2026. When sending your application, please include in the email subject “01/26-Early Stage Researcher Position”.
· Pre-screened candidates will be invited for an interview
· The final selected candidate is expected to start in July 2026.
Funding sources:
- ESCULAPE - Electro-conductive polymeric 3D scaffolds as novel strategies for biomedical applications
This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie grant agreement No 101131147.