Laboratory Technician (Diagnostic Nanotools Group DINA)
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Job Summary
The Diagnostic Nanotools Group (DINA) at Vall dHebron Research Institute (VHIR) is seeking a full-time Laboratory Technician to join an innovative project funded by the la Caixa Foundation (CaixaResearch Health 2023).
Our group develops novel diagnostic technologies and advanced detection strategies for biomedical applications with a strong focus on accessible point-of-care solutions. The selected candidate will support the development of paper-based electrochemical biosensors for malaria diagnosis and will collaborate in translational research activities involving both laboratory and clinical validation
Main responsibilities and duties:
The selected candidate will contribute to the development and validation of innovative malaria diagnostic technologies including upgraded analytical devices developed in collaboration with the Spanish National Centre of Microelectronics.
The responsibilities may include:
Optimisation of magnetic bead-based bioassays for malaria biomarker detection
Design and fabrication of paper-based devices for sample preparation and assay automation
Integration of synthetic aptamer receptors into diagnostic platforms
Development and optimisation of non-enzymatic nanotags and electrochemical detection strategies
Experimental validation of the technology in laboratory and clinical settings including international collaboration activities in Angola
Data collection analysis and documentation of experimental results
Collaboration with multidisciplinary research and engineering teams
You can find more information in the following links:
technology for malaria quantitative point-of-care diagnosis Bioelectron:111925 Bioelectron:115875 and qualifications:
Required:
Higher Technician qualification (FP2) in Clinical and Biomedical Laboratory or related field
Hands-on laboratory profile with strong technical skills
Organised proactive and capable of working autonomously in a multidisciplinary environment
Spanish proficiency.
Availability to travel and complete short research stays in Angola
Desirable:
English and/or Portuguese proficiency
Experience and knowledge:
Required:
Experience in at least two of the following areas:
Paper-based diagnostic devices or paper microfluidics
Bioassays using magnetic micro/nanobeads
Electrochemical detection techniques
Malaria diagnosis by microscopy and/or PCR
Desirable:
Experience with biosensor development or point-of-care diagnostic technologies
Labour conditions:
Working hours: Full-time (375hours per week).
Starting date: As soon as possible
Gross annual salary: 19054.00-20000.00 Remuneration will be determined by experience skills and responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay scale.
Contract type: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to the 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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