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 to join the Development and Growth Control laboratory lead by of Dr. Marco Milán.

DUTIES: 

• Participate in a project in the field of tissue regeneration and tumorigenesis

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:

Must Have – Required

• Senior laboratory experience in Drosophila husbandry and breeding.

• High organizational skills. Team-oriented and highly motivated mindset.

• Good communication skills.

Desirable

• Writing and verbal communication in English.
• Good level Catalan and Spanish.
• Highly motivated and collaborative individual.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ENTITLEMENTS:

• Working conditions:  Permanent contract. 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 leave and injuries at work. This Job position is following the stabilization rate of Law 20/2021, of December 28, measures urgent for the reduction of temporary employment in the public sector and approved by the IRB Barcelona Board of Trustees. Part-time position. 
• 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 merit based:

• Pre-selection: Will be based on CV.
• 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.