JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Junior Researcher to give support into the Innovation in Respiratory Infections and Tuberculosis research group.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Participation in laboratory tasks, especially bacterial and cell culture and molecular microbiology and immunology. Have an active role in the different projects of the research line.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCIE
DEGREES- Degree in a Health-related discipline
- Master studies in Medical Microbiology
EXPERIENCE- Previous participation in national and/or international research consortiums
- Proven experience with issues related to microbiology (bacteria and viruses), preferably in molecular microbiology
- Experience in virus and bacterial culture, MIC determination, CRISPR-Cas, Western Blot, cell culture, flow cytometry and fluorescent microscopy
- Experience in designing and building conventional and spectral cytometry panels
- Experience with data repository management (i.e. REDCap)
- Experience in the following specific software: R programming, BLAST and Benchling
COMPETENCES- Excellent organizational skills
- Interest in working in animal models
- Good knowledge of English and French
- Availability to travel
- Flexible attitude to work and with minimum supervision
WHAT WE OFFER
- Indefinite contract by Science Law (17/2022) Contrato indefinido por actividades científico-técnicas.
- The period is starting 1rst. March 2026
- The annual remuneration inherent in the position that is the subject of this call will be set based on the experience provided and the aptitudes of the candidate, distributed in 12 payments.
- Flexible payment (childminding vouchers + restaurant).
- 23 vacation days and 5 days for personal matters + 2 days for Easter + 2 days for Christmas.
- Training capsules paid by the company.
- Be part of an excellent multidisciplinary research center 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
https://www.germanstrias.org/en/research/infectious-diseases/3/innovation-in-respiratory-infections-and-tuberculosis-diagnosis.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested persons must attach to the application:
- Motivation letter explaining their interest in the position.
- Updated CV.
- Contact of 2-3 references.
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.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
The call for applications will close on
22th of February 2026