The Vall d´Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO) Seeks a Laboratory Technician to Join its Stem Cells and Cancer Group Reference: 2024-080-01
Application deadline: 31/1/2025
Number of vacancies: 1
Position description: The Vall d´Hebron Institute of Oncology´s (VHIO) Stem Cells and Cancer Group, headed by Dr. Héctor G. Palmer, is currently recruiting a Scientific Laboratory Technician to support projects focused on developing new therapies for the treatment of advanced metastatic and drug-resistant cancer.
In this line, the group is working with mouse models of cancer and mainly with patient-derived xenografts to test combinations of new drugs in collaboration with different pharmaceutical companies.
Main tasks: Assist the research team in executing research experiments related to the different ongoing research projects in our laboratory.Executing experiments on pre-clinical cancer models: with cell lines, organoids, and mouse models.Processing, aliquoting, and storing cancer patient solid tissue, blood, and plasma samples from different studies.Organizing biological samples and updating databases.Experimentation and maintenance of cell cultures, performing different types of analyses including histopathology of tumor tissues, RT-PCR, Western blots, and other tests of molecular biology required.We seek: FP2 qualification.A very organized, motivated, team-oriented individual, who is highly skilled and experienced in working with animal models.Specific experience in mouse models of cancer, drug administration, and animal surgery will be highly valuable.In addition, formation in other techniques will be very appreciated such as histology, cell culture, Western blot, or any protocols of molecular biology.Official course of animal handling (FELASA) is required.Additional information: We offer: The possibility of developing your professional career in a competitive environment.To be part of a centre that is constantly developing, pursuing excellence in research and collaborating with leading teams.We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment, and welcome all people equally, regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion, or sexual orientation.We care about our environment and understand the importance of sustainability.
We have the GreenVhio program, which you can be a part of.Conditions: Permanent contract.Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week.Fresh fruit every Tuesday.Salary according to qualifications and experience following VHIO pay scales.Flexible remuneration program (includes restaurant vouchers/cards, transport, medical insurance, and "baby daycare" voucher).Flexible working hours and measures to balance work, family, and personal life, and promote gender equality, as established in the VHIO collective agreement.24 days of holidays and 6 personal days.Fully subsidized Catalan, Spanish, or English courses.Vall d'Hebron Institute Oncology (VHIO) endorses the Requirements and Principles of the European Charter for Researchers, the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers promoted by the European Commission and follows Equal Opportunities policies.
On 10th April 2018, VHIO was awarded the "HR Excellence in Research" logo.
Our Institute was consequently granted permission to use the HR Excellence in Research Award logo as a demonstration of its stimulating and favourable work environment in line with the Charter & Code.
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