VHIR offers a vacant position for a Predoctoral
Researcher within the Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders Research
Group in order to develop a project in translational research in
paediatric sarcomas. This is a unique chance to contribute to
significant translational research in paediatric cancer,
specifically focusing on bone sarcomas, in the context of drug
discovery. A core component of the project will involve validating
and screening new compounds as advanced new therapeutic strategies
in in vitro and in vivo models. Main responsibilities and duties:
Perform routine laboratory techniques (cell culture, molecular
biology, protein analysis) in support of the group's preclinical
research projects on paediatric sarcomas Strong organisational,
communication, and teamwork skills. Authorship of scientific
publications.Provide technical support to researchers and PhD
students in the development and execution of in vitro and in vivo
experiments. Collaborate on shared projects and cross-cutting
experimental procedures. Prepare and organise reagents, samples and
biological material,
ensuring correct storage, traceability and
biosafety standards. Analyse and process experimental data and
assist in preparing results for lab meetings, reports, publications
and grant applications. Monitor and track laboratory stock,
equipment maintenance and orders, and ensure compliance with
internal quality and safety protocols. Education and
qualifications: Required: Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry,
Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences or a related field. Certificate
in Animal Experimentation (mouse). Additional training in
laboratory techniques such as cell culture and molecular biology.
Fluency in Catalan, Spanish and English (professional proficiency).
Desirable: Strong organisational, communication, and teamwork
skills. Authorship of scientific publications. Experience and
knowledge: Required: At least 1–2 years' experience working in a
research laboratory, preferably in oncolo