📍 Location:
Office in Barcelona [Spain].
📅 Date of Publication:
15/05/2025
🧬 About Us:
The Centro Nacional de Análisis Genómico (CNAG) is one of the largest Genome Sequencing Centers in Europe.
The Centro Nacional de Análisis Genómico (CNAG) is one of the largest Genome Sequencing Centers in Europe. CNAG researchers participate in major International Genomic Initiatives, as well as in several EU-funded projects.
The CNAG is a scientific-technical infrastructure created in 2010 by the Spanish General State Governance and the Generalitat deCatalunya, with a unique capacity and experience in Spain in the field of genomics. At the end of 2014, it was incorporated into the map of Singular Scientific and Technical Infrastructures (ICTS), as a node of the Integrated Infrastructure of Omics Technologies (OmicsTech).
We are a team of 120 highly qualified people, organized into laboratory personnel, computer scientists, bioinformaticians and administration personnel, of whom more than 80% have PhD or Master studies.
CNAG has become as one of the Spanish and European centers of reference in the sequencing and analysis of genomic data. Thanks to its powerful infrastructure, the Center contributes to significantly improve people's health and quality of life.
🧬 The Role
The area of People covers Personnel Administration & Labour Relations, Training & Development, Talent Attraction & Acquisition and Strategic HR Projects.
We are looking for a talented “Junior People Assistant” who is willing to start the challenge of working in one of the most important Science Research Centres in Spain/Europe.
Reporting to the Head of People and within the Administration Unit, the newcomer will perform and execute activities related to personnel administration coordination, labour relations and reporting, and will participate in engagement projects within the HR Area.
🧬 MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Talent Attraction & Acquisition:
* Support in the recruitment and selection process.
* Publication of job offers: Drafting and dissemination of vacancy advertisements on job portals, social networks and other recruitment platforms.
* Reviewing CVs: Filtering and analyzing CVs received to identify candidates who meet the requirements established for the vacancies.
* Coordination of interviews: Scheduling and coordinating interviews between the selected candidates and those responsible for selection, ensuring the availability of both.
* Process documentation management: Organizing candidate files and keeping a record of the stages of the selection process (interviews, tests, assessments).
* Communication with candidates: Contacting candidates to inform them of their progress in the process, whether they are selected or not.
* Support in the Onboarding process for new employees.
* Working together with the People Team to ensure compliance along the employee lifecycle.
Training & Development:
* Assist in the coordination of training and development.
* Support in the incorporation and management of students and university agreements.
* Development of training materials: Assist in the creation of training content, manuals or presentations, depending on the type of training to be delivered.
* Recording and tracking attendance: Ensuring that employees register for and attend scheduled courses or workshops, keeping track of attendance.
* Manage and file employee documentation (contracts, files, etc.).
* Participate in the implementation of strategies to improve organizational climate.
* Assist with the new policies implementation.
🧬 Whom would we like to hire?
Education and qualifications:
* University degree preferably in Psychology, Business Administration, Human Resources or related field.
Experience and knowledge:
Required
* Previous experience in a similar position and science sector (preferred).
* Minimum of 1 year experience in talent management and training.
* Knowledge of Spanish Labour Law.
* Wide knowledge of Human Resources concepts and systems.
* Experience working with HRIS.
* Proficiency in written and verbal Spanish and English.
* Proficiency in MS Office tools such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams.
* Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills at all levels and the ability to effectively work with a variety of people and personalities.
* Proactive and self-starter attitude. Flexible and adaptable to different dynamics and processes.
* Detail/results-oriented.
* Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Nice to have
* Experience in a Research Insitutions, Centres, Universities or Biomedical Sector within a HR Area/Department.
* Used to manage immigration procedures (knowledge of entry conditions, VISAS).
* Fluent in Catalan
✅ Benefits
Highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructures, and unique Professional Career Plan and development opportunities.
We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation, in a collaborative and supportive environment.
We are committed to reconcile a work and family life for our employees and are offering the opportunity to benefit from annual leave, full health and dental Insurance, flexible schedule, and the possibility of remote work.
We look forward to receiving your application and discovering how you can contribute to CNAG's success! 🚀
🧬 The offer
Contract duration: Full-time position (40h/week). Permanent Contract.
Estimated annual gross salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and consistent with our pay scales.
Target start date: as soon as the appropriate candidate is identified.
📧 How to Apply:
All applications must include:
* A complete CV including contact details.
* Contact details of two referees.
All applications must be addressed to Mireya Fernández - mireya.fernandez@cnag.eu
Deadline: Please submit your application by 15/04/2025
🌐 See the CNAG Career site at our website: https://www.cnag.eu/jobs
# sequencing for a better life