PROJECT MANAGER (REF.: 2024/69) Reference: 2024/69 Deadline: 17/06/2024 JOB DESCRIPTION: The Genomics and transcriptomics of synucleinopathies (GTS) group of the IGTP, focuses on the molecular characterization of Lewy body diseases.Over the past 10 years we have specialized in dementia with Lewy bodies with the goal to provide peripheral diagnostic markers.Now, we are looking for a Project Coordinator for an ambitious project with an important social impact, especially for patients.You will be involved in all aspects of the project focusing on biomarkers for Lewy body disorders, and will be responsible for the coordination of patient selection, biomarker validation, data analyses and the establishment of data bases.This entirely translational research project aims to offer solutions for patients, clinicians, and the development of therapeutic strategies.QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCIE: Completed or almost completed PhD degree in neuroscience.Master in Neuropsychology or Research Methods in Health Sciences.Experience in clinical trials procedures.Experience in sample handling and processing, preferably related to serum and plasma.More than 7 years of experience working in a neurology research environment.Proficient in developing research protocols in health sciences.Proficient in creating, maintaining and administering REDCap databases.Strong background of scientific publications, mainly related to neurodegenerative-related biomarkers.Strong knowledge of database management and data analyses (Excel and SPSS).Basic knowledge of HTML and CSS.Experience in teaching research methodology.Strong level of English both read and written.To be positively valuated: Possess strong analytical problem-solving skills (creative, critical, thinking out-of-the-box).To be able to work independently and take initiative, take an active part of the team, be accurate and have a strong feeling of responsibility, and be perseverant and have a strong ambition to learn.Good oral and written communications skills.MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate project schedules, resources, equipment and information.Establish and organize circuit of patient recruitment and sample obtaining.Organize sample obtaining and processing.Create, update and maintain laboratory databases in REDCap.Conduct neuropsychological evaluation of patients to be included in the current project.Establish research protocols for biomarker validation.Coordinate fluid contact between clinicians and researchers.Conduct data analysis, participate in interpretation, prepare data for presentation.Organize internal meetings, discuss results.Organize external meetings and report results.WHAT WE OFFER: Part time contract.Date of incorporation: July.Gross annual remuneration inherent to the square objected to this call, will be fixed based on the experience provided and the skills of the candidate, distributed in 12 payments.Flexible payment (childminding vouchers).23 days holiday and 5 days for personal matters.Training capsules by the company.Be part of an excellent multidisciplinary research centre with the HRS4R badge.Location on the Can Ruti Campus, a first-class translational research environment in the Barcelona area, in a very stimulating scientific environment.The IGTP offers a supportive, friendly and collaborative ecosystem to promote professional development and help you achieve your research goals.FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.germanstrias.org/en/ HOW TO APPLY: Interested persons should send a cover letter explaining their interest in the position, their CV and contact details of 2-3 references by email to ****** THAT DO NOT INDICATE THE REFERENCE OF THE OFFER IN THE SUBJECT LINE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Applications will be evaluated in accordance with the guiding principles and objectives of the supply systems, following the process described below: Curricular evaluation: analysis of the curriculum vitae to assess aspects related to training, professional career and experience in positions related to the job position under selection.Personal interview: once the résumé has been evaluated, the selected candidates will be called for a personal interview to verify and expand on the information detailed in the résumé and to evaluate aspects related to experience and professional skills.Applications that do not meet the requirements, that are not included in the cases foreseen or that are not processed in accordance with the established procedure will not be considered in the selection process.PROJECT MANAGER (REF.: 2024/69) (PDF 11,41 Mb)
