VAC_14_2025 - LABORATORY TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT

The Josep Carreras Leukaemia Research Institute (IJC) is a comprehensive cancer research center dedicated to conduct research and drive innovation in the epidemiological, preventive, clinical, translational, and basic aspects of leukaemia and other hematologic malignancies, with the final aim of finding a cure for these diseases. It was created in 2010, and since then has experienced an exponential growth.

The IJC is also part of the network of Excellence Research Centers of Catalonia (CERCA) and was accredited as a Severo Ochoa Center of Excellence by the Ministry of Science, Innovation, and Universities in 2024. Since 2018, the Institute has also been accredited by the Scientific Foundation of the Spanish Association Against Cancer (FCAECC). Additionally, IJC is one of the centers integrated into the Institut de Recerca Germans Trias i Pujol (IGTP) accreditation as Accredited Health Research Institute (IIS) by the Carlos III Health Institute (ISCIII).

The IJC's main headquarters is located within the Can Ruti Biomedical Campus, alongside other leading biomedical institutions, providing direct access to cutting-edge scientific and technological facilities, as well as complementary community services. The IJC has six locations integrated into reference hospitals: Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol, Hospital Clínic, Hospital Sant Pau, Hospital Josep Trueta, Hospital del Mar and Hospital San Joan de Déu. This facilitates close collaboration between basic and clinical researchers, fostering translational research that integrates basic science with clinical practice in clinical settings.

The Josep Carreras Leukemia Research Institute is looking for a Laboratory Technician Assistant to join our dynamic team as part of the Lymphoma Translational Group led by Dr Gaël Roué.

RESEARCH DESCRIPTION

A Laboratory Technician Assistant position is offered to work on a project centered on the high-throughput screening of a proteolysis targeting chimera (PROTAC) library targeting the intracellular apoptotic machinery, in preclinical models of aggressive B-cell lymphoma.

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES

1. Support in research activities, including the setup of a collection of in vitro (3D spheroids) and in vivo (cell line- and patient-derived) disease models for the screening of the compound library.
2. Participation in experimental design, data analysis and interpretation of the results.
3. Drafting of scientific documents (experimental procedures and reports).

WHAT WE NEED

1. Bachelor’s degree in biology or similar.
2. A high level of motivation and enthusiasm for biomedical research.
3. Great organizational abilities and teamwork experience.
4. Responsible, proactive, and self-motivated, able to work with a high degree of autonomy.
5. Good communication skills in English.

WHAT WE OFFER

1. A full-time training contract (6 months).
2. A competitive salary in the research assistant scale.
3. An exciting and innovative research project.
4. The opportunity to contribute to a cutting-edge research project of the Josep Carreras Leukaemia Research Institute.
5. The vibrant scientific and cultural environment of the Barcelona metropolitan area.

DEADLINE

Please submit your application by 10^th March 2025.

WHO WE ARE?

What makes us different?

The mission of the Josep Carreras Institute is to conduct research and drive innovation in the epidemiological, preventive, clinical, translational, and basic aspects of leukaemia and other hematologic malignancies, with the final aim of finding a cure for these diseases.
The IJC’s vision is to be a world-class reference and excellent research multicampus that contributes to the improvement of results, and the cure of patients affected by leukemia and other malignant hemopathies, through innovation, sustainability, social responsibility, talent, and professional experience.

HR Excellence

In 2019, IJC was honored with the “Human Resources Excellence in Research Award” by the European Commission, recognizing the alignment of our human resources policies with the European Charter for Researchers and Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers. The Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R) guides research centers of excellence in implementing and upholding these standards within their policies, emphasizing training, professional development, and mobility opportunities.
The IJC’s commitment to these values and principles strengthens our internal policies and ensures that our members have the optimal conditions and environment for their professional development.
The Board of Trustees is composed of representatives of the Generalitat de Catalunya (regional government), University of Barcelona, Autonomous University of Barcelona, the City of Badalona and the Jose Carreras International Leukaemia Foundation.
The Catalan government provides hard money on an annual basis. The Jose Carreras International Leukaemia Foundation provides start-up funds, project funds as well as financial support for investments.
The JCI has an international scientific advisory board served by prominent researchers from US and Europe.
The IJC has been awarded ERC and other EU grants.

The IJC is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.