Overview
The Research in Kidney Affecting Diseases Group (REMAR) is seeking a support researcher technician for a short-term project based on EV characterization by Flow cytometry.
Responsibilities
The candidate will be in charge of developing and optimizing the characterization of extracellular vesicles from biological fluids and cell culture using flow cytometry techniques. This involves: cell culture of cell lines, processing of human biological fluids (mostly urine), EV isolation by size exclusion chromatography, and setting up a labelling and read-out of the EV phenotype by flow cytometry (using Aurora cytometer, Cytek, or Symphony cytometer BD).
Qualifications and Experience
* Bachelor and master in biochemical or chemical sciences
* Fluent English is compulsory; Spanish and/or Catalan knowledge would be appreciated
* Basic knowledge in extracellular vesicle isolation and characterization techniques from biological fluids and MSC cell culture; as well as flow cytometry advanced skills in the context of Nanomedicine
* Teamwork skills are a must
* Previous experience in research after the MSc is highly valued
* Scientific writing and presentation skills will be highly valued
What We Offer
* We offer a 4 months full-time contract
* To be incorporated the 8th of September
* Gross remuneration of 20.600 / year distributed in 12 payments
* Gross annual remuneration inherent to the position will be fixed based on the experience and skills of the candidate, distributed in 12 payments
* Flexible payment (childminding vouchers)
* 23 days holiday and 5 days for personal matters
* Training capsules by the company
* Be part of an excellent multidisciplinary research centre with the HRS4R badge
* Location on the Can Ruti Campus in the Barcelona area, a translational research environment
* The IGTP offers a supportive, friendly and collaborative ecosystem to promote professional development
More Information & How to Apply
Interested persons must attach to the application: motivation letter, updated CV, and contact details of 2-3 references.
Applications will be evaluated in accordance with the guiding principles and objectives of the supply systems following the process described below:
* Curricular evaluation: analysis of the curriculum vitae to assess training, professional career, and experience related to the job position
* Personal interview: selected candidates will be invited for a personal interview to verify and expand on the information provided in the resume and to evaluate experience and professional skills
* Applications not meeting requirements or not processed according to the procedure will not be considered
Deadline for applications: 1 August
About Us
The Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) is a public research centre located in Badalona. Its main objective is to increase scientific knowledge to transform it into solutions for health and patient care. The Institute is affiliated with the Germans Trias i Pujol Hospital and part of the Can Ruti biomedical campus. IGTP is a CERCA centre and is accredited as a centre of excellence by the Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII).
IGTP carries out research in 9 areas: Cancer; Cardiovascular and Respiratory Diseases; Community Health; Diseases of the Liver and Digestive Tract; Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases; Immunology and Inflammation; Infectious Diseases; Neuroscience; Science of Behaviour and Substance Abuse.
Required Experience and Key Skills: Laboratory Experience, Data Collection, DNA Isolation, Molecular Biology, Western Blot, and related research competencies.
Employment Type: Full-Time | Experience: years | Vacancy: 1
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