2024-2025_8_141 - A senior technician contract to undertake tasks on research consolidation pro[...]

European Commission; Ourense; Presencial; EUR 24.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading research institution is seeking a First Stage Researcher (R1) for a project focusing on marine protists. The ideal candidate will have a Master's in Microbiology, with proficiency in relevant techniques and English. This position offers full-time engagement until December 31, 2025, with an emphasis on research contribution.

Formación

• Master’s Degree in Microbiology required.
• Experience in cultivating marine microorganisms and protein overexpression.
• Fluency in English at B2 level or higher.

Responsabilidades

• Undertake tasks related to marine protists and their interactions.
• Join Dr Christie-Oleza’s team to achieve project goals.

Conocimientos

Excellent academic record

Experience in microbiology techniques

Experience in molecular biology techniques

Experience in dye and microscopy techniques

Educación

Master’s Degree in Microbiology or related field

Descripción del empleo

Organisation / Company: Universitat de les Illes Balears (UIB)

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Position

First Stage Researcher (R1) - Master Positions

Location

Spain

Application Deadline

20 Jun 2025 - 23:55 (Europe / Madrid)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

37.5

Offer Starting Date

17 Sep 2025

Funding

Not funded through EU Research Framework Programme

Reference Number

2024-2025_8_141

Research Project Description

The successful candidate will undertake tasks related to objective 3 of the project, focusing on pili impact on marine protists and their interaction with planktonic particles. They will join Dr Christie-Oleza’s team to achieve project goals.

Institution

Universitat de les Illes Balears (UIB) / University of the Balearic Islands

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Microbiology or related field

Specific Requirements

• Excellent academic record
• Experience in microbiology and molecular biology techniques
• Experience cultivating marine microorganisms
• Experience in protein overexpression and manipulation
• Experience in dye and microscopy techniques

Language Skills

English at minimum B2 level

Prior Experience

• Institutional mobility
• Work in microbiology labs
• Cultivating photosynthetic marine microorganisms
• Molecular biology and microscopy

Research Experience

1-4 years

Application Requirements

Recognition of professional experience may lead to higher compensation.

Contract Duration

Until December 31, 2025

Eligibility Criteria

• Curricular merits (max 40 points)
• Qualifications in the specialty (max 20 points)
• Video curriculum and interview (max 20 points)
• Experience in the field (max 15 points)
• Additional merits, e.g., recommendation letters (max 5 points)

Minimum eligibility score: 60 points

Selection Process

Based on article 8 of the regulatory agreement, involving a committee with representatives from research and university administration, including the supervisor and external experts.

Number of Positions

1

Institution

Universitat de les Illes Balears (UIB)

Country

Spain