Descripción del trabajo
Organisation / Company : Institut de Recerca Biomèdica de Lleida, Fundació Dr. Pifarré (IRBLleida)
Research Field : Other
Researcher Profile : Other Profession Positions Research Support Positions
Country : Spain
Application Deadline : 1 Apr 2025 - 14 : 00 (Europe / Madrid)
Type of Contract : Temporary
Job Status : Full-time
Hours Per Week : 37.5
Offer Starting Date : 17 Mar 2025
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
The selected person will join the research line Deciphering the role of metabolism and oxidative stress in the origin and development of age-related pathologies, with special emphasis on neurodegenerative diseases within the Metabolic Pathophysiology Research Group as a senior junior research technician and will carry out tasks related to the research project PV10198 "from gfap mutations in astrocytes to neurodegeneration : exploring a lipid-protein oxidation pathway", a project funded by the "La Caixa" Foundation with project code HR21-00259.
Some of the tasks they will do are :
* Generation of lipidomics datasets in relevant biological samples of Alexander's disease (cell cultures and brain organoids).
* Functional characterization based on lipidomics of cell cultures and organoids through metabolic reconstruction.
* Identification of key metabolic pathways in collaboration with project partners.
Knowledge
* Specific training in biological sample management.
* Specific training in management and organization of laboratory resources.
Experience
* Experience in molecular biology techniques (PCR, Western Blot, Immunohistochemistry, etc.).
* Experience in clinical research projects.
* Experience in laboratory work.
* Scientific publications in the field of lipidomics and neurodegenerative diseases.
Competences
* Ability to manage and organize laboratory resources.
* Ability to work in a team.
Specific Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, or related disciplines.
* Experience in liquid and gas chromatography techniques, coupled with mass spectrometry.
* Expertise in metabolomic and lipidomic analyses based on mass spectrometry.
* Experience in the use of specific software for the processing and analysis of omics data (Metaboanalyst, Metlin, R-studio, etc.).
* Expertise in extracting, preparing, and processing samples for lipidomic analysis.
These requirements must be met at the beginning of the contract.
Languages
* ENGLISH Level : Good
* SPANISH Level : Good
Additional Information
Indefinite contract for scientific and technical activities, in accordance with the provisions of Article 23 of Law 17 / 2022, of 5 September, amending Law 14 / 2011, of 1 June, on Science, Technology and Innovation.
The amount granted to finance personnel costs is €14,810.02 during the term of the project.
Duration of the contract : The project work programme provides for staff costs to be developed over approximately 6 months.
Eligibility criteria
Academic curriculum and complementary training - 32 points
* Specific training in biological sample management : 16 points
* Specific training in management and organization of laboratory resources : 16 points
Accredited professional experience - 48 points
* Experience in molecular biology techniques (PCR, Western Blot, Immunohistochemistry, etc.) : 12 points
* Experience in clinical research projects : 12 points
* Experience in laboratory work : 12 points
* Scientific publications in the field of lipidomics and neurodegenerative diseases : 12 points
Competency test or interview - 20 points
Criteria subject to value judgment will be assessed according to the interview conducted.
Selection process
Selection calendar for the reference 015-25 process :
* Publication and dissemination of the offer : IRBLleida website, Euraxess, social networks, other employment websites.
* Sending CVs to the Selection Committee.
* Holding of the Selection Committee : Interview with pre-selected candidates.
* Approximate start of the contract : Immediate.
Additional comments
We offer a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure and complementary training for all profiles. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion, or sexual orientation.
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available : 1
Company / Institute : Institut de Recerca Biomèdica de Lleida, Fundació Dr. Pifarré (IRBLleida)
Country : Spain
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