202545Deputy Laboratory Manager

IGTP; Badalona; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading research institute is seeking a Deputy Laboratory Manager to oversee laboratory operations and ensure compliance with quality standards. The role involves coordinating shared research areas, managing lab access, and implementing good laboratory practices. Ideal candidates will have a background in life sciences, strong organizational skills, and experience in laboratory management. The position offers competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional development in a multidisciplinary research environment.

Servicios

23 days holiday plus 5 personal days

Training sessions provided by the company

Opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary research center

Formación

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Lab Manager or equivalent.
• Fluent English (protocols and guides are in English).
• Experience in cell culture and genomics is an asset.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure organization of common rooms to maintain quality and compliance.
• Manage access to lab facilities and coordinate purchasing.
• Implement and maintain software related to laboratory equipment inventory.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Collaboration

Proactivity

Responsibility

Organization

Adaptability

Educación

Degree in biology, life sciences, or related disciplines

Herramientas

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for a Deputy Laboratory Manager to take responsibility for the laboratories on the IGTP campus. He / she will work to ensure the correct operation and management of the shared research areas in the building. The Deputy Laboratory Manager will be the point of contact between our research laboratories and the institution's administration, as well as official organizations.

The Deputy Laboratory Manager will coordinate the management of the different IGTP buildings / facilities and report to the Lab Manager Unit coordinator.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Ensure the organization of common rooms (cell culture labs, electrophoresis) to maintain quality, efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards.
2. Manage access to lab facilities.
3. Coordinate purchasing and maintenance of shared equipment, including quality control and inspections, to optimize resources and foster synergy.
4. Implement and maintain software related to laboratory equipment inventory, including guidelines for use and staff training.
5. Apply and supervise good laboratory practices.
6. Update emergency protocols, health and safety, and biosecurity measures.
7. Manage security systems for equipment such as freezers and CO2 tanks.
8. Oversee proper waste management.
9. Coordinate general services with technicians, including reagent stocks, material management, Mycoplasma testing, production of competent cells, and cell line authentication.
10. Introduce new employees to the facilities.
11. Communicate daily with labs and update lab resources on the intranet.
12. Organize demonstrations for new equipment for researchers.
13. Hold regular meetings with technicians.
14. Manage laboratory notebooks.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

1. Minimum 3 years of experience as a Lab Manager or equivalent.
2. Degree in biology, life sciences, or related disciplines.
3. Understanding of various lab techniques.
4. Experience in cell culture and genomics is an asset.
5. Fluent English (protocols and guides are in English).
6. Proficiency in basic computer tools: Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
7. Teamwork and collaboration skills.
8. Proactive, responsible, and well-organized.
9. Willingness to learn and work independently.
10. Adaptability to user demands.

WHAT WE OFFER

1. Gross annual remuneration paid in 12 installments.
2. 23 days holiday plus 5 personal days, 2 for Easter, 2 for Christmas.
3. Training sessions provided by the company.
4. Opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary research center with the HRS4R badge.
5. Location on the Can Ruti Campus, a top-tier translational research environment near Barcelona, offering a supportive and collaborative ecosystem for professional development.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants must submit:

• A motivation letter explaining their interest in the position.
• An updated CV.
• Contact details for 2-3 references.

Applications will be evaluated based on:

1. Curriculum vitae review.
2. Personal interview to verify and expand on CV details and assess professional skills.

Applications not meeting requirements or not following procedures will not be considered.

DEADLINE

Applications close on 15 April.

ABOUT US

The Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) is a public research center in Badalona, aiming to enhance scientific knowledge for health improvements. It is affiliated with the Germans Trias i Pujol Hospital and part of the Can Ruti biomedical campus, recognized as a center of excellence by ISCIII.

Research areas include Cancer, Cardiovascular and Respiratory Diseases, Community Health, Liver and Digestive Tract Diseases, Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders, Immunology, Infectious Diseases, and Behavioural Sciences.

Our environment fosters scientific excellence and professional growth, with a commitment to equal opportunities, including support for candidates with disabilities.