Laboratory Assistant
Share
Job Location:
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Vall dHebron Research Institute (VHIR) is offering two Laboratory Assistant positions within the Cleaning and Material Sterilisation Service for the Laboratory Coordination Unit. This unit is responsible for maintaining the common areas and laboratories at VHIR.
Main responsibilities and duties:
Maintain optimal daily hygiene and sterilisation conditions for all laboratory materials including collecting cleaning sterilising and distributing materials.
Ensure the daily operation and maintenance of the cleaning rooms under their responsibility (autoclaves Milli-Q and Elix systems) as well as the organisation of VHIRs common equipment and facilities (freezers developing machines cold rooms and cleaning storage areas).
Prepare developing solutions monitor the proper functioning of equipment and coordinate the disposal of photographic waste through authorised waste management providers.
Perform preventive cleaning and maintenance of common laboratory equipment (centrifuges microwaves cabinets incubators shakers ultrasonic baths etc.).
Carry out assigned activities according to established procedures and participate in procedure updates when required.
Participate in the preventive maintenance shutdowns of common cell culture rooms by carrying out cleaning tasks on laboratory equipment and materials.
Ensure all activities comply with the Units quality system procedures and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within their area of responsibility.
Education and qualifications:
Required:
FPI/CFGM qualification (preferably in a health-related field).
Professional proficiency in Catalan and Spanish.
Desirable:
Experience working with autoclaves.
Experience and knowledge:
Required:
Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of experience performing laboratory assistant duties in a healthcare-related institution.
Knowledge of laboratory organisation and operations or equivalent facilities.
Ability to work accurately follow established procedures and maintain high standards of hygiene organisation and safety in a laboratory environment.
Desirable:
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail in the handling cleaning sterilisation and maintenance of laboratory materials and equipment.
Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to the smooth day-to-day operation of the laboratories.
Commitment to quality hygiene and service standards within a research and healthcare environment.
Labour conditions:
Working hours: Full-time (375 hours per week).
Starting date: From 13 July to 4 September.
Gross annual salary: Remuneration will be determined by experience skills and responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay scale.
Contract type: Temporary contract (due to service needs).
What can we offer
Incorporation into the Vall dHebron Research Institute (VHIR) a public sector institution that promotes and develops biomedical research innovation and teaching at Vall dHebron University Hospital (HUVH) the largest hospital in Barcelona and the largest within the Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).
A dynamic scientific environment of excellence where cutting-edge biomedical projects are continuously developed.
Continuous learning and career development pathways.
Flexible working hours.
23 days of annual leave plus 9 personal days.
Flexible remuneration programme including meal vouchers health insurance transport and more.
Corporate benefits platform offering significant discounts on travel culture technology gastronomy sports and more.
Healthy offering Feel Good Feel VHIR: VHIRs wellbeing programme offers a variety of activities to help staff thrivephysically mentally and socially. Through four pillarsFeel Well Feel Connected Feel Empowered Feel Welcomedit fosters health growth and community.
International mobility support (Welcome Services): we aim to make your arrival in Barcelona smooth and pleasant by providing city information guidance on required procedures access to the International Welcome Desk family support and assistance with finding accommodation.
Deadline to apply:
How We Hire:
Pre-selection: Candidates are shortlisted based on their skills qualifications and relevant experience as outlined in their CVs.
Interviews: Meetings may be held with Talent Acquisition and/or the hiring manager.
Practical assessment: Depending on the role candidates may complete a case study technical task presentation or written exercise on-site or remotely.
Checks: Education references and other job-related verifications may be carried out.
Job offer: The selected candidate receives a formal job offer upon successful completion of the process.
VHIR embraces Equality and Diversity. As reflected in our values we work toward ensuring inclusion and equal opportunity in recruitment hiring training and management for all staff within the organization regardless of gender civil status family status sexual orientation gender identity and expression religion age functional diversity or ethnicity.
Information on Personal Data Protection:
Data Controller: Fundació Hospital Universitari Vall dHebron Institut de Recerca -VHIR-. Purpose: Personnel selection. Legal Basis: Your consent. Data retention period: One year. If you are selected as long as the employment relationship is in force and legal responsibilities may arise. Data sharing: Does not occur except for communications necessary to fulfill the purpose and those required by law to public and private bodies. Rights: You can access rectify delete object to and limit the processing of data as well as request data portability where applicable by contacting . DPO: . More information can be found here.
Data Protection Authority: APDCAT
