Your mission The Josep Carreras Leukemia Research Institute (IJC) is a comprehensive cancer research center dedicated to researching and promoting innovation in the epidemiological, preventive, clinical, translational, and basic aspects of leukemia and other hematological malignancies, with the objective of finding a cure for these diseases. It was created in 2010, and since then, it has experienced exponential growth.
The IJC is part of the network of Research Centers of Excellence of Catalonia (CERCA) and was accredited as a Severo Ochoa Center of Excellence by the Ministry of Science, Innovation, and Universities in 2024. Since 2018, the Institute has also been accredited by the Scientific Foundation of the Spanish Association Against Cancer (FCAECC). In addition, the IJC is one of the centers integrated into the accreditation of the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) as an Accredited Health Research Institute (IIS) by the Health Institute Charles III (ISCIII).
The IJC's main headquarters is located within the Can Ruti Biomedical Campus, together with other leading biomedical institutions, providing direct access to cutting-edge scientific and technological facilities, as well as complementary community services. The IJC has six headquarters integrated into reference hospitals: Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol, Hospital Clínic, Hospital Sant Pau, Hospital Trueta, Hospital del Mar, and Hospital San Joan de Déu. This facilitates close collaboration between basic and clinical researchers, fostering translational research that integrates basic science with clinical practice.
We are looking for a highly motivated bioinformatics technician with strong attention to detail and analytical skills to join our team at the Josep Carreras Leukaemia Research Institute. The ideal candidate should have experience in the processing and analysis of single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) data and in interpreting gene expression data at the single-cell level. This position offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects aimed at understanding both the growth and function of vessels in physiological conditions, as well as the critical roles of vasculature in pathological contexts, including vascular anomalies, cancer, and obesity.
RESEARCH DESCRIPTION
The main goal of the Endothelial Pathobiology and Microenvironment Laboratory, led by Dr. Mariona Graupera, is to investigate and understand the physiology of blood vessels and their role in diseases, with the aim of developing therapeutic strategies targeting the vascular compartment. The laboratory focuses on understanding both the growth and function of vessels in physiological conditions, as well as the critical roles of vasculature in pathological contexts, including vascular anomalies, cancer, and obesity.
This contract is financed by Fundació la Caixa (ref H21-00046; Project code LCF/PR/HR21/52410011)
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform project analyses alongside other team members and, if necessary, with other members of the IJC.
Verify the quality of single-cell data analyses.
Transfer obtained results to project collaborators.
Contribute to the implementation of pipelines for single-cell data analysis.
Perform benchmarking of downstream single-cell analyses.
Participate in competitive projects with tasks closely related to the team's specialized knowledge.
YOUR PROFILE
WHAT WE NEED
University degree in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biomedicine, Bioinformatics, or Biomedical Engineering.
Master's degree in computational sciences or related fields.
1 year of experience in scRNA-seq data analysis or relevant experience in bioinformatics.
Solid knowledge of molecular biology.
Familiarity with programming languages such as R or Python and experience with specialized packages (e.g., Seurat, Scanpy).
Knowledge of scRNA-seq data analysis tools.
Experience with Unix operating systems, including Shell scripting.
Strong analytical skills and ability to handle large volumes of data.
Data visualization skills to present complex results clearly and comprehensibly.
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with the team.
Excellent organizational, prioritization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem-solving abilities and critical thinking.
Good level of spoken and written English.
WHY US?
WHAT WE OFFER
This contract is linked to the Fundació la Caixa (ref H21-00046; Project code LCF/PR/HR21/52410011).
Working in the basic laboratory with strong collaborations with clinical researchers in the environment of the Josep Carreras Leukaemia Research Institute.
The stimulating environment of the Barcelona metropolitan area.
Ongoing training in bioinformatics and genomics tools and methodologies.
Participation in innovative and multidisciplinary projects.
Opportunity for professional growth in an advanced research environment.
How to apply? Please submit your application by 15/12/2024.
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