VHIR is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the
Gene Therapy for Nervous System Research Group. Our group focuses
on the study of the molecular mechanisms involved in
environment-related cognitive deficits and Alzheimer's disease,
using animal models of Alzheimer's and of healthy aging to test new
therapeutic proteins. Main responsibilities and duties: Perform in
vitro and in vivo experiments with gene therapy vectors.
Bioinformatic analysis of data generated from transcriptomic and
proteomic studies. Education and qualifications: Required: Bachelor
degree in Biotechnology, in Biomedicine, or similar Master in
Bioinformatics or similar Fluency in Catalan, Spanish and English
(professional proficiency) Experience and knowledge: Required:
Experience (minimum 3 year) in molecular biology and microbiology
techniques (qPCR, mRNA and DNA extraction, maxipreps, ELISA,
immunohistochemistry, etc). Experience (minimum 1 years) in cell
cultures and virology (cell passage and maintenance, in vitro
studies, viral vector infections in cell cultures), etc. Experience
(minimum 1 year)
in bioinformatic analysis for -omic data.
Desirable: Skills in Python, R and SQL. Experience in viral vector
production processes. Labour conditions: Working hours : Full-time
(37.5 hours per week) Starting date : September, 2026. Gross annual
salary : €19.053,78 Contract type: Temporary (four 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 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 . Adaptable working hours . 23 days
of annual leave plus 9 personal days . Flexible remuneration
programme , inclu