VHIR is offering a position for a Research Laboratory
Technician within the Diabetes and Metabolism Research Group to
contribute to the project “Harnessing the biology of regulatory T
cells: cutting-edge therapy for diabetic retinopaty and age-related
macular degeneration (T-REGENERON)” (PID2025-176355OB-I00.
Ministerio de Ciencia, Innovación y Universidades). Main
responsibilities and duties: The successful candidate will provide
technical and organisational support for the following activities:
Animal care and welfare, including routine monitoring and handling.
Administration of experimental treatments, including ocular
treatments and eye drops where required. Eye dissection,
processing, preservation and documentation of retinal samples.
Preparation and maintenance of retinal explants and mammalian
cell/tissue cultures. Experimental procedures, including flow
cytometry, PCR, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, Western
blotting and ELISA. Training and day-to-day technical support for
students and researchers in laboratory procedures. Laboratory
organisation,



sample tracking, reagent and inventory management,
and maintenance of accurate experimental records. Education and
qualifications: Required: University degree (BSc or equivalent) in
Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology,
Pharmacy, or a closely related life sciences discipline. Accredited
certification for the handling of research animals. Good command of
written and spoken English. Demonstrable experience in retinal
research, supported by peer-reviewed scientific publications.
Desirable: Master’s degree in a biomedical or life-science
discipline. Experience and knowledge: Required: At least two years
of hands-on experience in biomedical research in a similar role or
research laboratory. Practical experience working with laboratory
animals and ocular/retinal tissue, including eye dissection,
retinal processing and/or retinal explant cultures. Sound knowledge
of retinal anatomy and physi

📌 Research Laboratory Technician (Cataluña)
🏢 VHIR
📍 Cataluña