The Institute
The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) is an international biomedical research institute of excellence, based in Barcelona, Spain, with more than 400 scientists from 44 countries.
The CRG is composed of an interdisciplinary, motivated and creative scientific team which is supported both by a flexible and efficient administration and by high-end and innovative technologies.
In April 2021, the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) received the renewal of the 'HR Excellence in Research' Award from the European Commission.
This is a recognition of the Institute's commitment to developing an HR Strategy for Researchers, designed to bring the practices and procedures in line with the principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter and Code).
Please check out our Recruitment Policy.
The role
You will be responsible for chromatin extraction and sample preparation for either proteomic or western blot analysis.
You will perform cloning, cell culture, qPCR, ChIP-seq, sample preparation for gene expression analysis, and immunofluorescence.
You will work on several projects at the same time, helping the project leaders to carry out the experiments necessary for the progress of their projects.
About the lab
Our laboratory specializes in high-throughput image analysis, subcellular proteomics, transcriptomics, genetic screening, bioinformatics and cell and molecular biology techniques.
We are a group of about 10 people from different cultures and countries.
We are part of the genome biology department at the CRG, and we aim to understand why metabolic enzymes localize to the nuclear environment and participate in specific chromatin functions.
Whom would we like to hire?
Professional experience
Must Have: You have more than 5 years of experience as a research technician.You have proven experience in cell culture, cloning, western blot, and qPCR.You have experience in chromatin proteomics.You have experience in immunofluorescence.Desirable but not required/Nice to have: You have experience with customizable image analysis pipelines.You have knowledge of cancer biology, in particular breast cancer.Education and training:
You have a Certificate of Higher Education as a research technician or a bachelor's/master's degree in biological sciences or a related field.
Languages
You are proficient in English.
Competences
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision.Drive and commitment to produce high-quality experimental results.Strong organizational skills.Ability to work as part of a team.Collegiality.Punctuality in delivering results. The Offer – Working Conditions:
Contract duration: technical and scientific activities estimated 1 year.
Estimated annual gross salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and consistent with our pay scales.
Target start date: 15th of November (2024).
We provide a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructures, and unique professional career development opportunities.
To check out our training and development portfolio, please visit our website in the training section.
We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity.
The CRG is committed to reconciling work and family life for its employees and offers an extended vacation period and the possibility to benefit from flexible working hours.
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