IRB Barcelona is seeking a talented and motivated Bioinformatician (Research Assistant) to join the Biomedical Genomics Lab led by Dr. Núria López-Bigas at IRB Barcelona (bbglab.irbbarcelona.org).

The position involves supporting the development and maintenance of innovative bioinformatics tools designed to analyze sequencing data, identify somatic mutations and carry out different types of analyses on these mutations, such as the detection of cancer driver genes and mutations. The successful candidate will also improve and develop analysis pipelines and web front-end and back-end functionalities in close collaboration with researchers and software engineers.

This position is confunded by the project “Discovering the causes of three poorly understood cancers in Europe (Acronim: DISCREN. Grant Ageement: 101096888)” from the European Comission.

KEY RESPONSABILITIES 

• Providing bioinformatics support for research projects.

• Developing analysis pipelines and other bioinformatics functionalities.

• Preparing technical reports in collaboration with senior researchers.

• Participating in interdisciplinary meetings.

YOU HAVE

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences, Bioinformatics or similar.

• Deep experience computational biology and genomics.

• Proven experience in bioinformatic software development and/or front/back-end web development

• Programming skills in Python, ideally with command of software engineering notions

• Experience with HPC

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken).

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Highly motivated and collaborative person.

• Willing to keep on learning.

• Ability to work independently in a demanding research environment.

YOU MIGHT ALSO HAVE

• MsC in Bioinformatics or similar

• Excellent analytical skills, creativity, and a team-oriented mindset.

• Experience in Machine Lerarning and deep Learning techniques.

• Experience in Cancer Genomics

• Experience in analysis of NGS data (WGS, WES, gene panels)

• Experience in pipeline development.

• Familiarity with front-end and/or back-end web development.

• Experience with databases and clinical data management.

• Familiarity with collaborative software development using Git and platforms like GitHub and Bitbucket.

• Experience in the development and use of software containers (e.g., Docker, Singularity).

• Exposure to cloud computing environments.

• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

• Experience in International teams.

WHAT WE OFFER:

To be a part a part of something meaningful: We are a biomedical research centre that tirelessly works to achieve a society free of diseases. Our mission is to carry out research of excellence to cure cancer and other diseases linked to ageing.

Good Working conditions: Permanent Contract (contrato de actividades científico-técnicas) linked to the scientific and technical activities of the project “Discovering the causes of three poorly understood cancers in Europe” from the European Commission. 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.

Competitive salary: commensurate with experience and qualifications.

International Environment: we are home to nearly 500 researchers, technical and support staff from 45 countries.

Multidisciplinary Research: Research of excellence at the unique interface between biology, chemistry, and structural and computational biology.

Continuous Training: Transversal and general training is offered to our community (examples include research seminars, conferences, training in time management, scientific integrity, gender equality, health and safety, languages courses and emotional wellbeing).

Relocation & Visa Assistance: Trained staff provides support on visa paperwork, administrative requirements, and practical information on living and working in Barcelona, etc.

Social Life: We like to have fun. We promote several activities, like a Football League, an annual skiing trip, a Mountaineering Club, a Running Club and "Cool-off sessions", where members meet informally for drinks, snacks and scientific discussions.

Fairness: Our recruitment is open, transparent and merit-based, and all applicants compete on the same terms. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.

HOW TO APPLY & SELECTION PROCESS:

• Deadline for applications: 02/03/2026 (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. 

IRB BARCELONA endorses the Requirements and Principles of the European Charter for Researchers, the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers, and Open, Transparent, Merit-based recruitment promoted by the European Commission and follows Equal Opportunities policies.

On 9 December, 2014, IRB Barcelona was awarded the "HR Excellence in Research" logo. This recognition reflects the commitment of the Institute to the continuous improvement of its human resources policies in line with the Charter & Code. The Institute works to ensure fair and transparent recruitment and appraisal procedures.

Please check our Recruitment Policy.

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

ABOUT IRB BARCELONA,

Created in 2005 by the Generalitat de Catalunya (Government of Catalonia) and the University of Barcelona, IRB Barcelona, a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence since the first call in 2011, has received the accreditation four consecutive times.

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 oriented towards diseases such as cancer, metastasis, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and rare conditions.

IRB Barcelona is an international centre that hosts 500 members from 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).