The Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) is a cutting-edge institute addressing global public health challenges through research, translation into policy and education. ISGlobal has a broad portfolio in communicable and non-communicable diseases including environmental and climate determinants, and applies a multidisciplinary scientific approach ranging from the molecular to the population level. Research is organized in five main areas, 1) Climate, Air Pollution, Nature and Urban Health; 2) Environment and health over the Lifecourse; 3) Global Viral and Bacterial infections; 4) Malaria and Neglected Parasitic Diseases; and 5) Maternal, Child and Reproductive Health. ISGlobal is accredited with the Severo Ochoa distinction, a seal of excellence of the Spanish Science Ministry.
Lugar Barcelona, Campus Clinic-CEK
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORThe overall project goal is to continue developing the main research line of the project, more specifically the ones related to the search and characterization of a cyclic peptide (CP) as inhibitors of efflux pumps (EP) in A. baumannii, P. aeruginosa and K. pneumoniae and to investigate the effect of this CP against genes essential for the viability of the aforementioned microorganisms.
The activities in which the MASTER will be involved related to the Project will be:
Evaluation of the in vitro activity and stability of the molecule with antimicrobial potential found against the abovementioned species.
Evaluation of the effect of this peptide regarding its mechanism of action against the bacteria.
The tasks will be developed in the research laboratory of Dr. Jord Vila's group at Centre Esther Koplowitz (CEK).
KEY RESPONSABILITIESThe key responsibility of the candidate will be to participate in the general organization of the research group and its equipment and infrastructure, and ensure that all the research lines are correctly carried on with the techniques performed in our laboratory, providing support to all the members involved (PhD Students / Post-doctoral students / Visitors / other Lab Technicians) and to other activities within the scope and purpose of the "Desarrollo de dos nuevas estrategias (inhibidores de bombas de expulsion y ARN antisentido) activas frente a bacterias mutliresistentes" project.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONSPrevious laboratory experience in the microbiology field, particularly in antimicrobial resistance.Training in Molecular BiologySKILLSCandidate with initiative and proactivityOutstanding organizational and good teamworking skills.Responsible, flexible and with problem solving skills.Eager to learn, proactive and with great initiativeDemonstrable adaptability and flexibility to adapt positively to changePrevious experience in molecular microbiologyCONDITIONSDuration: 1st July 2024 - 31st December 2024 Starting date: 1st July 2024Contract: full time (8h / day) HOW TO APPLYApplicants must fill in the request form and include the following code reference position: Master_FIS20_June24, attach the CV and a Cover Letter. Each attached document must be named with the candidate name and surname.
The receipt of applications will be open until 28th of June 2024. Applications will be accepted until 17.00 CET of the closing date. Only the applications submitted through the request form will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The interviews could be placed during the reception candidatures period.
Diverse candidacies, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, physical abilities, and political views, are encouraged to apply.
SELECTION PROCESSThe selection process is designed in two phases:
1- Interview phase of a technical nature, with the team that requires the incorporation. To assess the person's skills and CV.
2 - Meeting with HR with the finalist(s) to finish assessing the profile and discuss contractual and institutional issues.
A Psychological Competency Evaluation Test will be required for the structural or transversal positions.
In accordance with the OTM-R principles, a gender-balanced recruitment panel is formed for every vacancy at the beginning of the process. After reviewing the content of the applications, the panel will start the interviews, with at least one technical and one administrative interview. A profile questionnaire as well as a technical exercise may be required during the process.
In ISGlobal we are committed to maintaining and developing a work environment in which the values and principles of our organization are respected and equal opportunities between women and men be promoted in each of the areas in which we operate, not tolerating discrimination based on criteria such as age, gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, functional diversity, political leanings, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. ISGlobal supports the initiative #ScienceforUkraine. Therefore, to sustain Ukraine's presence in the European Research Area and international scholarly community, candidates from Ukraine on all levels of scholarly career are welcome: students, PhD candidates, early career researchers and senior scholars.
We confirm our commitment towards the value of the diversity of our staff and student population and seek to promote peace, equity, diversity and inclusion as essential elements in contribution to improving health worldwide.
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