Research Support Technician in Neurodegenerative Disease Research PR36/11/2026

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid); España; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Autonomous University of Madrid is seeking a First Stage Researcher (R1) to join a multidisciplinary team focused on neurodegenerative diseases and tauopathies. You will perform molecular biology and biochemistry experiments, including protein and nucleic acid extraction, Western blot, PCR and ELISA analyses, and work with cellular and animal models.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Biomedicine, Molecular Biosciences, Neuroscience or Biochemistry, excellent academic record, and experience

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biomedicine, Molecular Biosciences, Neuroscience, Biochemistry or related field.
• Excellent academic record; accreditation for animal experimentation (Functions A+B+C).
• Previous experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, neuroscience or biomedical research.
• International mobility experience is desirable.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a multidisciplinary project focused on neurodegenerative diseases and tauopathies.
• Conduct molecular biology and biochemistry experiments, protein and nucleic acid extraction, Western blot, PCR and ELISA analyses.
• Work with cellular and animal models; perform image and data analysis.
• Support omics-based studies aimed at identifying therapeutic targets and biomarkers.
• Contribute to training and collaboration within the research group.

Skills

English proficiency

International mobility

Education

Master’s degree in Biomedicine

Master’s degree in Molecular Biosciences

Master’s degree in Neuroscience

Tools

Western blot

PCR

ELISA

Image analysis

Job description

Organisation/Company Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Aut\u00f3noma de Madrid) Department Teaching and Research Staff (Personal Docente e Investigador) Research Field Neurosciences Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master Positions Application Deadline 25 Nov 2026 - 00:00 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37,5 Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number P2022/BMD-7230 (TAU-NEURODISCOVERY-CM) GT2 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The selected candidate will participate in a multidisciplinary project focused on neurodegenerative diseases and tauopathies. Duties include molecular biology and biochemistry experiments, protein and nucleic acid extraction, Western blot, PCR and ELISA analyses, work with cellular and animal models, image and data analysis, and support for omics-based studies aimed at identifying therapeutic targets and biomarkers.

Master’s degree in molecular Biosciences, Biomedicine, Neuroscience, Biochemistry or related areas.

Excellent academic record; accreditation for animal experimentation (Functions A+B+C); previous experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, neuroscience or biomedical research.

Specific Requirements

Specific requirements: international mobility experience

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Additional Information

Full-time employment contract in a competitive research environment.

Opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team focused on neurodegenerative diseases and translational neuroscience.

Access to state-of-the-art molecular biology, biochemistry and imaging facilities.

Training in advanced experimental techniques, data analysis and biomedical research.

Possibility of participating in scientific meetings, seminars and collaborative research activities.

Eligibility criteria

Master's degree in Biomedicine, Molecular Biosciences, Neuroscience, Biochemistry or a related field.

Previous laboratory experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology or neuroscience.

Good command of English, both written and spoken.

Strong motivation for biomedical research and ability to work as part of a team.

Previous experience with animal models and accreditation for animal experimentation (Functions A+B+C) will be considered an advantage.

Selection process

Candidates will be evaluated according to:

• Academic record.
• Previous research experience and technical skills relevant to the project.
• Scientific and technical merits included in the CV.
• Suitability for the proposed research activities.
• Personal interview (for shortlisted candidates).

Additional comments

The position is funded through the project P2022/BMD-7230 Tau-Neurodiscovery-CM, aimed at the development of innovative therapeutic approaches for tauopathies and other neurodegenerative disorders. The successful candidate will join an active research group with extensive experience in neurodegeneration, redox biology and translational neuroscience.