Biology Lab Operations & Research Support Tech

Institute of Photonic Sciences; Castelldefels; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ICFO – The Institute of Photonic Sciences in Castelldefels is seeking a Biology Lab Research Support Technician to join its Biology Lab. The role focuses on operating and organizing laboratory spaces while providing essential support to researchers.

You will manage inventories, assist in purchasing and safety training, prepare media and reagents, and help maintain cell lines, model organisms and samples for high‑level biology work in an international environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences required.
• Official credential to work with living animals (RD 53/2013) required.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in a similar position, preferably in an international research/academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in registration, control and maintenance of the inventory of biological samples (mammalian cells, microorganisms, worms, model organisms, antibodies, etc.).
• Assist in purchasing process, registration, supervision and maintenance of the inventory of laboratory consumables, media, reagents and chemicals, safeguarding their correct handling and storage.
• Organization and service of laboratory equipment as well as glassware and plastic items.
• Handling and management of biological and chemical waste generated in the Unit.
• Assist with ongoing safety and biosafety training for Biology Lab users.
• Assist with training on the use of equipment, handling of biological samples and chemicals.
• Development and implementation of routine protocols for correct handling and disposal of waste.
• Perform routine culture and maintenance of mammalian cell lines, microorganisms and model organisms.
• Perform routine breeding tasks and basic research procedures involving living animals.
• Prepare samples for high-resolution microscopy and nanoscopy techniques.
• Perform routine tasks related to culture, handling and storage of C. elegans and other model organisms.

Skills

Lab techniques

Animal handling

Cell culture

Microscopy

Biochemical methods

Molecular biology

Biosafety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences

Official credential to work with experimental living animals (RD 53/2013)

Job description

ICFO – The Institute of Photonic Sciences in Castelldefels is seeking a Biology Lab Research Support Technician to join its Biology Lab. The role focuses on operating and organizing laboratory spaces while providing essential support to researchers.

You will manage inventories, assist in purchasing and safety training, prepare media and reagents, and help maintain cell lines, model organisms and samples for high‑level biology work in an international environment.