VAC_56_2025 - RESEARCH ASSITANT IN TRAINING

Carrerasresearch; Badalona; Presencial; EUR 18.000 - 25.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Join the Josep Carreras Leukaemia Research Institute as a Research Assistant in Training. You will work on innovative projects focusing on endothelial biology, contributing to cancer research in a dynamic environment with an international team. This is a part-time position offering valuable training experience.

Servicios

Funding from Fundación de Investigación Oncológica FERO

Participation in exciting research

Work within a mixed research environment

Multinational collaborative team

Location in Barcelona metropolitan area

Formación

• High motivation and interest in research.
• Proficiency in English (speaking and writing); Spanish is helpful.

Responsabilidades

• Study and characterize mouse adipose tissue.
• Acquire and process confocal imaging.
• Genotype the mouse colony.
• Isolate primary endothelial cells.

Conocimientos

Motivation

Collaboration

Communication

Educación

Degree in Biomedical Sciences

Descripción del empleo

The Josep Carreras Leukaemia Research Institute (IJC) is a comprehensive cancer research center dedicated to conducting research and driving innovation in the epidemiological, preventive, clinical, translational, and basic aspects of leukaemia and other hematologic malignancies, with the ultimate goal of finding a cure for these diseases. Established in 2010, the institute has experienced exponential growth.

The IJC is part of the network of Excellence Research Centers of Catalonia (CERCA) and was accredited as a Severo Ochoa Center of Excellence by the Ministry of Science, Innovation, and Universities in 2024. Since 2018, it has also been accredited by the Scientific Foundation of the Spanish Association Against Cancer (FCAECC). Additionally, IJC is integrated into the Institut de Recerca Germans Trias i Pujol (IGTP) as an Accredited Health Research Institute (IIS) by the Carlos III Health Institute (ISCIII).

The main headquarters is located within the Can Ruti Biomedical Campus, alongside other leading biomedical institutions, providing access to cutting-edge scientific and technological facilities and community services. The IJC has six locations integrated into reference hospitals: Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol, Hospital Clínic, Hospital Sant Pau, Hospital Josep Trueta, Hospital del Mar, and Hospital San Joan de Déu. This facilitates close collaboration between basic and clinical researchers, fostering translational research that integrates basic science with clinical practice.

We are seeking a RESEARCH ASSISTANT IN TRAINING to join the Graupera lab.

Research Description

Our research focuses on studying the biology of the endothelium and its role in disease, aiming to develop therapeutic strategies targeting this compartment. Specifically, we seek to understand vessel growth and function in developmental settings and identify pathological contexts where vasculature plays a critical role, such as vascular anomalies or cancer.

Main Responsibilities

• Study and characterize mouse adipose tissue
• Acquire and process confocal imaging
• Genotype the mouse colony
• Isolate primary endothelial cells

Qualifications

• High motivation and interest
• Degree in Biomedical Sciences or similar
• Ability to handle varying workloads and work well in a team
• Strong collaborative and communication skills
• Proficiency in English (speaking and writing); Spanish is helpful

What We Offer

• Temporary position: 1 year (Training contract)
• Part-time contract: 20 hours/week
• Funding from Fundación de Investigación Oncológica FERO for the project “V Proyecto FERO-GHD en Cáncer de Mama” (Ref: BFERO2023.01)
• Participation in an exciting, innovative research project
• Work within a mixed basic and clinical research environment at IJC
• Incorporation into a multinational, collaborative team
• Located in the vibrant Barcelona metropolitan area

Application Deadline

Please submit your application by July 23rd, 2025.

About Us

The Josep Carreras Institute aims to conduct pioneering research and foster innovation in leukemia and hematologic malignancies, ultimately seeking a cure. Our vision is to be a world-class, multicampus research center that advances patient outcomes through innovation, sustainability, social responsibility, talent, and professionalism.

Recognition and Values

In 2019, IJC received the “Human Resources Excellence in Research Award” from the European Commission, highlighting our commitment to researcher development, mobility, and training. Our governance includes representatives from the Generalitat de Catalunya, University of Barcelona, Autonomous University of Barcelona, City of Badalona, and the Jose Carreras International Leukaemia Foundation. We also benefit from significant funding and support from these entities and have an international scientific advisory board.

The IJC is an equal-opportunity employer, evaluating qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or other protected characteristics.