VHIR is looking for a Laboratory Technician to join
the Gene Therapy Group for Nervous System Research Group and
contribute to the development of its research activities. The Gene
Therapy Group for Nervous System is a research group focused on
understanding the molecular mechanisms involved in neurological
diseases and developing advanced therapeutic approaches to address
these conditions. Main responsibilities and duties: Perform the
maintenance of the equipment of different rooms and of the
biosafety area (CO2 incubators, Sfaety-hoods, ultracentrifuges,
freezers, etc). Manage and monitor the stock of reagents and
laboratory consumables. Perform cell passages, both in suspension
and adherent cultures, for vector production and experimental
activities carried out by the research group. Education and
qualifications: Required: Bachelor degree in Biotechnology,
Biomedicine, or related field. Fluency in Spanish and English (B2).
Experince and knowledge: Required: At least 1 year of experience in
cell culture and virology, including cell passage and maintenance,
in vitro studies and viral vector infections in cell cultures. At
least 1 year of experience in molecular biology techniques,
including plasmid DNA preparation (minipreps and maxipreps), PCR,
and DNA and RNA extraction. Desirable: Experience in viral vector
production processes. Labour conditions: Working hours : Part-time
(18,75 hours per week). Starting date : October, 2026. Gross annual
salary : 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 project activities. Duration: 4 months. What can we
offer? Incorporation into the Vall d’Hebron Research Institute
(VHIR) , a public sector institution that promotes and develops
biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d’Hebron
University Hospital (HUVH), the largest hospital in Barcelona and
the largest within