Graduated Technician (Pneumology)
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Job Summary
The Pneumology Research Group at Vall dHebron Institute of Research is seeking a highly motivated Graduated Technician to join its Lung Transplantation Program. The multidisciplinary team is composed of clinicians and scientists whose main objective is to improve long-term survival of lung transplant patients through cutting-edge translational research.
The selected candidate will work on the DEFIBER IV project: Final preclinical steps for the development of new molecules for the treatment of fibrotic diseases within the Public-Private Collaboration Projects Call 2024 particular the candidate will work in Ex vivo characterisation of the effect of GTX-11m on Interstitial Lung Diseases (ILDs) focused on the development and application of human precision-cut lung slices (hPCLS) as an ex vivo translational model to evaluate novel anti-fibrotic therapies. The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment involving translational pulmonary research molecular biology and human tissue-based experimental models.
Main responsibilities and duties:
Support the execution of the DEFIBER IV project focused on the preclinical evaluation of novel anti-fibrotic therapies using human lung tissue models.
Create maintain and update study databases containing clinical experimental and laboratory data.
Process register store and manage human biological samples following laboratory and biobank procedures.
Prepare culture maintain and cryopreserve human precision-cut lung slices (hPCLS) derived from fibrotic and non-fibrotic lung tissue.
Perform ex vivo experimental assays in hPCLS under fibrotic and pharmacological stimulation conditions.
Conduct molecular and cellular biology techniques including RNA extraction RT-qPCR ELISA immunofluorescence immunohistochemistry and histological staining.
Perform quality control procedures and assist in data analysis and interpretation of experimental results.
Assist in tissue imaging and microscopy-based analyses to evaluate fibrosis inflammation and endothelial function.
Maintain accurate experimental records and contribute to project documentation and scientific reports.
Participate in routine laboratory maintenance biosafety and quality control procedures.
Education and qualifications:
Required:
Bachelors degree in Biomedical Sciences Biology Biochemistry Biotechnology Pharmacy Health Sciences or related disciplines.
Fluency in Spanish and English.
Experience and knowledge:
Required:
Previous experience in a biomedical research laboratory.
Experience handling biological samples and maintaining laboratory organisation.
Knowledge of cell and tissue culture techniques.
Personal skills: well-organised methodical proactive and aptitude for teamwork.
Desirable:
Experience working with ex vivo and advanced tissue culture models including precision-cut tissue slices organoids or other 3D cellular systems.
Experience with histology immunofluorescence ELISA or related experimental approaches.
Hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques particularly RT-qPCR.
Knowledge of pulmonary biology fibrosis or inflammation-related pathways.
Labour conditions:
Working hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week).
Starting date: July 2026.
Gross annual salary: 24.00000.
Contract type: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to project activities.
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.
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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:
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