.Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA)Organisation/Company: Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA)Research Field: Technology » Biotechnology, Biological sciences » Biology, Environmental scienceResearcher Profile: Other ProfessionPositions: Master PositionsCountry: SpainApplication Deadline: 16 Oct 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid)Type of Contract: TemporaryJob Status: Full-timeHours Per Week: 40Offer Starting Date: 1 Dec 2024Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? European Union / Next Generation EUReference Number: MCIU/AEI /10.13039/501100011033/ and by FEDER, EUIs the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? YesOffer Description CHARACTERISTICS OF THE JOBJob location: ICRA – Catalan Institute for Water Research, Girona (Spain)Number of positions available: 1Expected start: December 1st, 2024Temporal Position. The position is for 21 months (December 2024 – August 2026)Gross Annual Salary package: €24,000OFFER DESCRIPTIONThe EXPOWASTE project aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of exposure to harmful chemicals and antibiotic-resistant pathogens that threaten human life through the integration of human biomonitoring (HBM) and wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) at both local and regional levels.To this end, an advanced research technician is required to support the research team's activities during sampling campaigns and sample processing, including the extraction of genetic material from the bacterial fraction, as well as assisting with bioinformatics analyses. The technician will also be responsible for drafting the technical reports related to the project and for maintaining and updating the experimental procedures.This contract is part of the EXPOWASTE project (PID2022-139446OB-C21), financed by MCIU/AEI /10.13039/501100011033/ and by FEDER, EU.Qualifications and Education Level Master's degree in Microbiology or an equivalent qualification.Skills Strong ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary and research teams, demonstrating autonomy and a methodical approach. A valid driving license is required.Required Languages Spanish, English, and CatalanRequired Experience Experience in manipulating and processing wastewater samples, as well as conducting microbiological analyses, applying molecular biology techniques, drafting technical reports, and effectively presenting and communicating scientific and technical results. Experience in molecular biology techniques and bioinformatics.Additional Information BENEFITSWorking conditions: Employed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations. Employees receive the benefits of the Spanish Social Security system covering sickness, maternity/paternity leaves and injuries at work.International Environment: The opportunity to join a prestigious international research institution and become a member of a young and growing team.Continuous training: in a high-quality environment