Neuroscience Lab Technician - Fiber Photometry

Somma; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Flexible working hours

23 paid holidays

Access to training catalogue

Mentoring program

Job summary

Somma is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the Nanoprobes and Nanoswitches Group at the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia in Barcelona. This full-time position involves conducting fiber photometry research in mice under supervision. Key duties include performing surgeries and analyzing brain tissue.

Qualified candidates should hold a relevant degree and demonstrate a passion for neuroscience research. Benefits include a competitive salary, parental leave, and support for work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field is essential.
• Commitment to pursuing a PhD in neuroscience or related field.
• Research integrity and independent problem-solving attitude required.

Responsibilities

• Perform animal surgery for AAV delivery.
• Conduct fiber photometry recordings in freely-moving mice.
• Simultaneous recordings of brain signaling molecules.

Skills

Passion for neuroscience research

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Critical thinking

Fluent in English

Education

Degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering or related field

Accreditation to perform experiments in laboratory mice

Tools

Matlab

Python

Job description

Somma is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the Nanoprobes and Nanoswitches Group at the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia in Barcelona. This full-time position involves conducting fiber photometry research in mice under supervision. Key duties include performing surgeries and analyzing brain tissue.

Qualified candidates should hold a relevant degree and demonstrate a passion for neuroscience research. Benefits include a competitive salary, parental leave, and support for work-life balance.