Overview
Specialized Laboratory Technician at Cancer Genomics Laboratory
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The Vall d´Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO) seeks a “Specialized Laboratory Technician at Cancer Genomics Laboratory”.
Reference :
Application deadline : 30 / 08 / 2025
Number of vacancies : 2
Responsibilities
The Cancer Genomics Group (PI : Ana Vivancos) is the Genomics Core Technology laboratory at VHIO. Our laboratory provides access to a range of cutting-edge applications and technologies in cancer genomics including NextGen Sequencers, MiSeq, NextSeq 550 (2 units) and NovaSeq 6000 (Illumina) and a ddPCR (BioRad). We provide cutting-edge applications in cancer genomics through state-of-the-art technologies and the development of novel, fully validated tests. Our novel genomic tests enable routine patient testing in the clinical research setting (Prescreening Program) as well as in translational research.
We are seeking a motivated laboratory technician to work in wetlab tasks :
- Nucleic acid extraction of fresh / frozen, plasma and FFPE samples.
- Library preparation for NGS (Illumina-based), ddPCR, qPCR and RT-qPCR, etc.
- Assisting in the development of new applications in NGS for molecular profiling of cancer patients.
Requirements
Experience : At least 4 years of relevant laboratory experience in molecular biology and / or genomics techniques.Studies : Ph.D, B.Sc or M.Sc will be considered an asset, although is not mandatory.Languages : fluency in English is required.Computer literacy is essential.We offer
The possibility of developing your professional career in a competitive environment.To be part of a center that is constantly developing, pursuing excellence in research and collaborating with leading teams.We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment, and welcome all people equally, regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.We care about our environment and understand the importance of sustainability. We have the GreenVHIO program, which you can be a part of.Conditions
Permanent contract.Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week.Salary according to qualifications and experience following VHIO pay scales.Flexible remuneration program (includes restaurant vouchers / cards, transport, medical insurance, and “baby daycare” voucher).Flexible working hours and measures to balance work, family, and personal life, and promote gender equality, as established in the VHIO collective agreement.24 days of holidays and 6 personal days.Fully subsidized Catalan, Spanish, or English courses.Take advantage of doing sports at great prices with Urban Sports Club.VHIO endorses the Requirements and Principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers. VHIO follows Equal Opportunities policies. On 10 April 2018 VHIO was awarded the “HR Excellence in Research” logo.
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