Entry-Level PhD Researcher in Onco-Cardiology

The Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto is seeking an entry-level PhD researcher to join the RISE-Health research unit under the project 'MitOConexão: Investigating the Mitochondrial Nexus in Onco-Cardiology'. The successful candidate will conduct biomedical research focusing on cardiovascular, metabolic, and mitochondrial functions within clinical and translational contexts. Responsibilities include performing laboratory techniques, managing participant recruitment, handling biological samples, and contributing to scientific publications and project management. The position offers a fixed-term employment contract of uncertain duration funded by the European Regional Development Fund.

• Perform laboratory and experimental techniques to assess mitochondrial and cardiac function in vivo and/or in vitro.
• Manage participant recruitment and oversee ethical and administrative procedures for clinical and translational research.
• Collect, process, store, and catalogue human and animal biological samples ensuring strict traceability and integrity.
• Compile, analyze, and manage anonymized clinical and experimental data while maintaining scientific rigor and confidentiality.
• Support day-to-day laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, reagent organization, and procurement.
• Collaborate in preparing grant applications and contribute to scientific communication and external audit preparations.