Melanoma Biology Research Technician

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid); España; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) invites applications for a permanent early-stage researcher position. The role centers on understanding melanoma metabolism, cellular plasticity and anti-tumour immunity, with emphasis on novel therapeutic vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities include cell culture, melanoma models, and multi-omics analyses. Selected candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment with state-of-the-art techniques and contribute to scientific

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Biomedicine, Biochemistry or related field.
• Master's degree required in Biomedicine, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology or Immunology.
• International research experience and publications are positively evaluated.
• Training in cancer biology or immunology is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and manipulation of human and murine melanoma cell lines and tumour-derived cells.
• Perform in vitro functional assays to assess survival, proliferation, migration, invasion and treatment response.
• Apply molecular techniques (DNA/RNA/protein extraction, PCR, RT-qPCR, Western blot) and genome editing.
• Generate and analyse experimental melanoma models, including monitoring and tissue processing.
• Immunophenotyping by multiparametric flow cytometry and analysing immune/tumour cell populations.
• Interpret data with statistical and bioinformatics tools and maintain lab records.
• Participate in project meetings, reporting and collaborative research activities.

Skills

cell culture

murine models

flow cytometry

bioinformatics

transcriptomics

statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biomedicine, Biochemistry or related field

Master's degree in Biomedicine, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology or related disciplines

Job description

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) invites applications for a permanent early-stage researcher position. The role centers on understanding melanoma metabolism, cellular plasticity and anti-tumour immunity, with emphasis on novel therapeutic vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities include cell culture, melanoma models, and multi-omics analyses. Selected candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment with state-of-the-art techniques and contribute to scientific