2026_147_RESEARCH TECHNICIAN

Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP); Badalona; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Open-ended contract

23 days holiday

Training capsules

State-of-the-art facilities

Can Ruti Campus location

Job summary

The Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) in Badalona near Barcelona hosts a GTS group focused on molecular characterization of Lewy body diseases. We seek a Research Technician with a Master’s to join an ambitious project investigating platelet-derived biomarkers for Lewy body disorders, including Olink data analysis and brain cell culture work.

The successful candidate will contribute to biomarker development, data interpretation, and manuscript drafting within a translational

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Science with special focus in molecular and cellular biology and/or neuroscience.
• Master’s degree with special focus in neurosciences.
• Strong experience in molecular biology techniques (DNA and RNA isolation, RNA quantification, PCR and genotyping).
• Experience in cell culture and microscopy.
• Experience in sample handling and processing.
• Experience in AS-SAA analysis.
• Minimum of two years of work experience.
• Advanced knowledge Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge in databases (good knowledge of excel required).
• Knowledge RStudio and data analysis.
• To be able to work independently and take initiative.
• Take an active part of the team.
• Be accurate and have a strong feeling of responsibility, and be perseverant and have a strong ambition to learn.
• English level corresponding to C1 (certification required)
• Good oral and written communications skills.
• The following skills will be positively evaluated: Rare Diseases Course: From Diagnosis to Therapy; Neurological Pathology Training; Image G; Fundamentals and Applications in Flow Cytometry; Good practices in research

Responsibilities

• Assist in sample obtaining and processing.
• Conduct RNA expression studies including data analyses.
• Conduct genotyping using RFLP and Sanger sequencing.
• Interpret results, present and discuss them.
• Draft manuscripts / manuscript sections.
• Participate in updating and maintaining laboratory databases.
• Laboratory management (availability and readiness of laboratory materials and reagents)

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Cell culture

Data analysis

English (C1)

Independent work

Education

Bachelor in Science in molecular/cellular biology and/or neuroscience

Master’s degree in neurosciences

Tools

RFLP

Sanger sequencing

PCR

RStudio

Job description

Job Description

The Genomics and Transcriptomics of Synucleinopathies (GTS) group focuses on the molecular characterization of Lewy body diseases. Over the past decade, we have developed particular expertise in dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB), with the aim of identifying peripheral biomarkers to improve diagnosis and patient management.

Job Description

The Genomics and Transcriptomics of Synucleinopathies (GTS) group focuses on the molecular characterization of Lewy body diseases. Over the past decade, we have developed particular expertise in dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB), with the aim of identifying peripheral biomarkers to improve diagnosis and patient management.

We are seeking a Research Technician with a Master’s degree to join our team and contribute to an ambitious research project with significant potential social impact, particularly for patients and their families.

The successful candidate will participate in a funded research project investigating the diagnostic and prognostic value of platelet-derived biomarkers for Lewy body disorders, particularly at early disease stages. Their work will contribute to the development and molecular characterization of these biomarkers, including the analysis of Olink data and treatment of brain cell cultures with patient-derived platelets. This highly translational research project aims to bridge the gap between molecular discoveries and clinical application, contributing to improved diagnostic tools, better patient care, and the development of future therapeutic strategies.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist in sample obtaining and processing.
• Conduct RNA expression studies including data analyses.
• Conduct genotyping using RFLP and Sanger sequencing.
• Interpret results, present and discuss them.
• Draft manuscripts / manuscript sections.
• Participate in updating and maintaining laboratory databases.
• Laboratory management (availability and readiness of laboratory materials and reagents)

Qualifications And Experience

The applicant must have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor in Science with special focus in molecular and cellular biology and/or neuroscience.
• Master’s degree with special focus in neurosciences.
• Strong experience in molecular biology techniques (DNA and RNA isolation,
• RNA quantification, PCR and genotyping).
• Experience in cell culture and microscopy.
• Experience in sample handling and processing.
• Experience in performing and analyzing the results of alpha-synuclein seed amplification assays (AS-SAA).
• Minimum of two years of work experience.
• Advanced knowledge Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge in databases (good knowledge of excel required).
• Knowledge RStudio and data analysis.
• To be able to work independently and take initiative.
• Take an active part of the team.
• Be accurate and have a strong feeling of responsibility, and be perseverant and have a strong ambition to learn.
• English level corresponding to C1 (certification required)
• Good oral and written communications skills.

The following skills will be positively evaluated:

• Rare Diseases Course: From Diagnosis to Therapy
• Neurological Pathology Training
• Course: Image G
• Course: Fundamentals and Applications in Flow Cytometry
• Course: Good practices in research

What We Offer

• Open-ended contract (Science Law 2011/14 - Open-ended for scientific-technical activities) linked to the GTS project.
• 40-hour/week contract.
• Starting January 1st, 2026
• Gross annual remuneration inherent in the position covered by this call, will be set according to the amount awarded for the grant awarded, distributed in 12 payments.
• Flexible payment (childminding vouchers).
• 23 days holiday and 5 days for personal matters.
• Training capsules by the company.
• Excellent research and training opportunities with access to state-of-the art facilities
• Be part of an excellent multidisciplinary research center with the HRS4R badge.
• Location at the Can Ruti Campus, a top-level 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/neuroscience/9/genomics-and-transcriptomics-of-synucleinopathies-gts

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

The call for applications will close on November 15th, 2026

About Us

The Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) is a public research centre located in Badalona. Its main objective is to increase scientific knowledge in order to transform it into solutions to improve the health and medical care of patients and the community.

The Institute is associated with one of the major university hospitals in the Barcelona area, the Germans Trias i Pujol Hospital, and is part of the Can Ruti biomedical campus. IGTP is a CERCA centre and is also accredited as a centre of excellence by the Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII) and is in charge of coordinating the management and scientific strategy of the campus, working in close collaboration with the other centres.

The Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute carries out research within 9 areas

• Cancer
• Cardiovascular and Respiratory Diseases
• Community Health
• Diseases of the Liver and Digestive Tract
• Endocrine and Diseases of the Metabolism, Bones and Kidneys
• Immunology and Inflammation
• Infectious Diseases
• Neuroscience
• Science of Behaviour and Substance Abuse

Scientists working in these areas publish an average of over 900 papers a year, contribute to improved treatment and healthcare protocols, produce patents and set up spin-off companies in order to improve the lives of patients.

The following video is a bird's eye view of Campus Can Ruti a top-tier 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.

The IGTP, in its commitment to equal opportunities, guarantees equal treatment between candidates and persons with a degree of disability equal to or greater than 33 per 100, as accredited by the Spanish Autonomous Regions or the State Administration, or who have been declared to have a total permanent disability in a different profession through a resolution of the National Institute of Social Security, while retaining functional capacity for the completion of the tasks of the post will be positively considered.