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 28 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 400 members and 35 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).

IRB Barcelona is seeking a Lab Technician with studies/formation in synthetic chemistry to join the group of Dr. Cristina Mayor-Ruiz (Targeted Protein Degradation & Drug Discovery) and Dr. César Serrano (Sarcomas), in the frame of the TRIP-Clinics initiative at IRB Barcelona. The project will involve the synthesis of heterobifunctional molecules (PROTACs and beyond).

This position will be funded through the "Translational Research and Innovation Program Clinics" Program (TRIP CLINICS) with the support of the Department of Health of the ‘Generalitat de Catalunya’.

IRB Barcelona is also seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join  the group of Dr. Cristina Mayor-Ruiz (Targeted Protein Degradation & Drug Discovery) and Dr. Antoni Riera (Research Unit on Asymmetric Synthesis).
 

DUTIES: 

• Synthesis of protein degraders (PROTACs, molecular glues) and other induced proximity-based molecules.

• Characterizations of drugs.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:

Must Have – Required

• Experience: Organic synthesis, NMR, chromatography

• Knowledge: background in chemistry, command of the English language.

• Skills: synthesis, purification and characterization of new compounds. Team-oriented and highly motivated mindset with capacity to conduct experiments and to record data. Good communication skills.

Desirable

• Experience: Experience in molecular biology techniques (western blot, cell culture, PCR…) is a plus. Synthesis of biomolecules (e.g. peptides) is also a plus.

• Knowledge: chemical biology, chemical probe optimization.

• 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: 31/01/2023

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 and 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.

For more information please visit our website at: www.irbbarcelona.org

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