Research Assistant / Lab Manager (ref. LAB/25/01)

Created in 2005 by the Generalitat de Catalunya (Government of Catalonia) and the University of Barcelona, IRB Barcelona is a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence—a seal that was awarded in 2011.

The institute is devoted to conducting research of excellence in biomedicine and to transferring results to clinical practice, thus improving people’s quality of life, while simultaneously promoting the training of outstanding researchers, technology transfer, and public communication of science. Its 29 laboratories and seven core facilities address basic questions in biology and are orientated to diseases such as cancer, metastasis, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and rare conditions.

IRB Barcelona is an international centre that hosts 500 members and 45 nationalities. It is located in the Barcelona Science Park. IRB Barcelona forms part of the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) and the “Xarxa de Centres de Recerca de Catalunya” (CERCA).

Your Role & Our Team

IRB Barcelona is seeking a motivated Research Assistant/Lab Manager to join the Comparative Genomics group, which seeks to understand the underlying genomic bases of organismal adaptations, particularly in microbial organisms.

As a research assistant the selected candidate will have a transversal role, working in several projects within the group and in collaboration with hospitals or academic groups. The selected candidate will be in charge of implementing and applying experimental techniques in the areas of genomics, microbiology, and molecular biology. As lab manager, the selected candidate will supervise the work of the laboratory technicians in the group, manage the wet lab, and interact closely with the members of the group and researchers at IRB Barcelona.

This position is funded by the project "CPP2021-008552 financed by MICIU/AEI /10.13039/501100011033 and by the European Union “NextGenerationEU”/PRTR.

Key responsibilities

• Management of lab databases and sample/reagent banks
• Purchasings
• Supervision of technical staff and students
• Implementation of novel experimental approaches
• Analysis, interpretation and presentation of research findings
• Contribution to research reports and publications

You have

• PhD in biological sciences or another related field
• Interpersonal and effective communication skills
• Inclined to team work and support and collaborative roles
• Motivated and proactive attitude
• Fluency in English

You might also have

• Prior experience in yeast and cell-line culturing, molecular biology, and microbiology techniques is a plus
• Experience with leadership and management will be positively value.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ENTITLEMENTS:

• Working conditions: Employed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations under a full-time contract. Employees receive the benefits of the Spanish Social Security system covering sickness, maternity/paternity leaves and injuries at work.
• Estimated annual gross salary:Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• International environment:The opportunity to join a prestigious, diverse and inclusive international research institution and to become a member of an established research group.
• Benefits:Continuous training in a high-quality environment with unique professional career opportunities.

HOW TO APPLY & SELECTION PROCESS:

• Deadline for applications: 14/03/2025 (If no suitable candidate is found, the deadline will be extended)
• Number of positions available: 1
• Selection process:
  • Pre-selection: Will be based on CV, motivation letter & experience.
  • Interviews: Short-listed candidates will be interviewed.
  • Job offer: Will be sent to the successful candidate after the interview.

Note: The strengths and weaknesses of the applications will be provided upon request.