Laboratory Technician (Neurovascular Diseases)
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Job Summary
VHIR offers a vacant position to work as a Laboratory Technician within the Neurovascular Research Group. Our lab focuses on stroke research and dementia from both basic and translational perspectives. The group is composed of a highly motivated team of researchers including neurologists biologists technicians statisticians psychologists and nurses. This position will give support to several experimental studies related to stroke disease.
General laboratory maintenance: cleaning of biosafety cabinets and freezers cleaning of laboratory instruments replenishment of pipette tips and restocking of clean materials.
Preparation management collection storage and maintenance of biological human samples including data collection and management using Excel databases. Preparation of sample dilutions and basic laboratory reagents.
Quantification of plasma proteins using the BCA method.
Cell culture: basic techniques for maintenance and cell handling.
Immunological techniques based on antigenantibody reactions (Western Blot ELISA).
Evaluation of result consistency and application of corrective measures.
Higher Vocational Training Qualification (CFGS) or Degree in Laboratory Technology Clinical and Biomedical Sciences or a related discipline
Fluency in English
Experience in general laboratory maintenance and biological sample management including handling storage and Excel-based data recording.
Experience in basic laboratory preparation work including reagent preparation and sample dilutions.
Practical experience in cell culture techniques (cell lines).
Knowledge of immunological techniques (Western Blot and ELISA).
Ability to ensure data quality evaluate results and apply corrective measures.
Personal skills: well-organised methodical proactive and aptitude for teamwork
Labour conditions:
Working hours: Full-time (375 hours per week).
Starting date: Mid-june.
Gross annual salary: 19.05378-20.000 (Remuneration will be determined by experience skills and responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay scale.)
Contract type: Temporary contract
Duration: 3 months
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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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.
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