ph3Your Role Our Team /h3pIRB Barcelona is seeking a highly skilled Senior Research Technology Platform Technician to support the activities of its newly established Spatial Omics platform. The platform provides IRB researchers with cutting-edge technologies that integrate histological techniques, spatial profiling, and advanced molecular analysis to map gene and protein expression within tissue architecture. Operating as a cross-facility platform, the Spatial Omics service aims to accelerate scientific discovery by offering high-quality sample preparation, rigorous quality control, and expert technical support. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is eager to contribute to a service-oriented environment, bringing strong technical and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic team. This role represents a great opportunity for an experienced candidate to contribute from the get-go to the success of this rapidly growing area of technology, participate in the development of cutting-edge spatial workflows, and build strong collaborations with multiple scientific platforms across the institute. /ph3KEY RESPONSIBILITIES /h3ulliPerform and oversee FFPE and frozen tissue processing and sample preparation for spatial omics and related applications, including tissue handling, embedding, sectioning, quality control, and preparation of slides. /liliDevelop, optimize, validate, and perform IHC, IF, FISH, and ISH assays to support spatial omics workflows. /liliCarry out histological and morphological quality control to ensure sample integrity and suitability for downstream spatial approaches. /liliCoordinate with partner platforms to streamline sample transfer, workflow scheduling, and project execution. /liliProvide technical support, guidance, and troubleshooting to researchers using spatial omics technologies. /liliMaintain accurate documentation of sample processing, QC results, and workflow steps. /liliManage consumables, reagents, and equipment associated with spatial workflows to ensure operational readiness. /liliContribute to method optimization and implementation of new spatial technologies as they are adopted by the platform. /liliEnsure adherence to good laboratory practices and support general lab organization and administrative tasks. /li /ulh3YOU HAVE /h3pDegree or technical qualification in Anatomic Pathology or a related field (such as Higher Vocational Education in Anatomic Pathology or equivalent qualification). /ppSignificant hands-on experience (3-5 years) in histology, tissue processing, or spatial omics workflows. /ppProficiency in tissue embedding, cryosectioning, paraffin sectionin and staining.



/ppStrong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple ongoing projects. /ppCommunication and interpersonal skills, with a service-oriented mindset. /ppAbility to work both independently and collaboratively within a multi-platform environment. /ppGood IT skills (Windows/Office) and familiarity with digital documentation systems. /ph3YOU MIGHT ALSO HAVE /h3pExperience with spatial omics platforms such as 10x Visium/Xenium, Nanostring GeoMx/CosMx, Stereo-seq, or MALDI-imaging. /ppExpertise in immunohistochemistry on human or animal tissues. /ppExperience establishing, optimizing, validating, and troubleshooting antibody-based assays and staining protocols. /ppExperience coordinating multi-step workflows involving multiple core facilities or research teams. /ppKnowledge of image-based QC, digital pathology tools, or imaging analysis pipelines. /ppPrior experience in multi-user scientific platforms or service-oriented research environments. /ppKnowledge of English, with the ability to understand scientific documentation and communicate in a research environment. /ph3WHAT WE OFFER /h3ulliTo be a part a part of something meaningful: We are a biomedical research centre that tirelessly works to achieve a society free of diseases. /liliOur mission is to carry out research of excellence to cure cancer and other diseases linked to ageing. /liliGood Working conditions: This position is offered as a 1-year contract, with the possibility of extension based on operational needs. /liliEmployed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations under a full-time contract. /liliEmployees receive the benefits of the Spanish Social Security system covering sickness, maternity/paternity leave and injuries at work. /liliCompetitive salary: commensurate with experience and qualifications. /liliInternational Environment: we are home to nearly 500 researchers, technical and support staff from 45 countries. /liliMultidisciplinary Research: Research of excellence at the unique interface between biology, chemistry, and structural and computational biology. /liliContinuous Training: Transversal and general training is offered to our community (examples include research seminars, conferences, training in time management, scientific integrity, gender equality,



health and safety, languages courses and emotional wellbeing). /liliRelocation Visa Assistance: Trained staff provides support on visa paperwork, administrative requirements, and practical information on living and working in Barcelona, etc. /liliSocial Life: We like to have fun. We promote several activities, like a Football League, an annual skiing trip, a Mountaineering Club, a Running Club and "Cool-off sessions", where members meet informally for drinks, snacks and scientific discussions. /liliFairness: Our recruitment is open, transparent and merit-based, and all applicants compete on the same terms. /li /ulpWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin or disability. /ph3IRB BARCELONA ENDORSES THE REQUIREMENTS AND PRINCIPLES OF THE EUROPEAN CHARTER FOR RESEARCH, THE CODE OF CONDUCT FOR THE RECRUITMENT OF RESEARCHERS, AND OPEN, TRANSPARENT, MERIT-BASED RECRUITMENT PROMOTED BY THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION AND FOLLOWS EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES POLICIES. /h3pOn 9 December, 2014, IRB Barcelona was awarded the "HR Excellence in Research" logo. This recognition reflects the commitment of the Institute to the continuous improvement of its human resources policies in line with the Charter Code. /ppThe Institute works to ensure fair and transparent recruitment and appraisal procedures. Please check our Recruitment Policy. Note: The strengths and weaknesses of the applications will be provided upon request. /ppABOUT IRB BARCELONA, Created in 2005 by the Generalitat de Catalunya (Government of Catalonia) and the University of Barcelona, IRB Barcelona, a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence since the first call in 2011, has received the accreditation four consecutive times. The institute is devoted to conducting research of excellence in biomedicine and to transferring results to clinical practice, thus improving people’s quality of life, while simultaneously promoting the training of outstanding researchers, technology transfer, and public communication of science. Its 27 laboratories and 9 core facilities address basic questions in biology and are oriented towards diseases such as cancer, metastasis, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and rare conditions. IRB Barcelona is an international centre that hosts 500 members from 45 nationalities. It is located in the Barcelona Science Park. IRB Barcelona forms part of the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) and the "Xarxa de Centres de Recerca de Catalunya" (CERCA). /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Research Technology Platform Technician (Ref. CF/26/05) (Barcelona)
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