.Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA)Organisation/Company: Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA)Research Field: Biological sciences » Biology, Technology » Biotechnology, Environmental scienceResearcher Profile: Other Profession Positions, Master PositionsCountry: SpainApplication Deadline: 15 Jan 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid)Type of Contract: TemporaryJob Status: Full-timeHours Per Week: 40Offer Starting Date: 1 Mar 2025Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Other EU programmeReference Number: 10.13039/501100011033Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
YesOffer Description CHARACTERISTICS OF THE JOBLocation: ICRA – Catalan Water Research Institute Foundation, Girona (Spain)Number of positions available: 1Expected start: March 1st, 2025The 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), funded by MCIU/AEI /10.13039/501100011033/ and by FEDER, EU.KEY DUTIES Provide support for the research team's activities during sampling campaigns and sample processing, conduct DNA extraction from wastewater samples, perform whole genome and metagenomic analyses (bioinformatics), standardize experimental procedures, and draft technical reports.Qualifications and Education Level Degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Environmental Sciences, or a related field.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 Working 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