Técnico de Proyecto en la Universidad de La Rioja: soluciones sostenibles para retos agroambientales

 Oferta de Empleo: Técnico de Proyecto en la Universidad de La Rioja

Referencia: ADER 2022-I-IDI-00064
Proyecto: "S-UV-STAINABLE RIOJA: soluciones tecnológicas sostenibles para retos agroambientales, nutricionales y sanitarios"
Entidad: Universidad de La Rioja
Expediente: 25/OTC/01

1. Descripción del Puesto

• Denominación: Técnico del Proyecto ADER 2022-I-IDI-00064.

• Tipo de contrato: Indefinido a tiempo completo, financiado por la Agencia de Desarrollo Económico de La Rioja.

• Retribución: 46.015 € brutos totales. El salario mensual bruto no superará los 1.880 €.

• Funciones principales:

  • Exposición de productos (setas, aceitunas, arándanos, etc.) a la radiación UV.

  • Análisis de vitamina D.

  • Diseño, elaboración y análisis de los alimentos seleccionados.

• Líneas de investigación:

  • Uso de tecnología de radiación UV en la producción de alimentos funcionales.

  • Control ambientalmente respetuoso de patógenos en cultivos de setas, vid y otros.

  • Aprovechamiento y valorización de subproductos y residuos agroalimentarios mediante tecnologías sostenibles.

2. Requisitos

• Edad mínima: 16 años.

• Capacidad funcional para el puesto.

• No haber sido separado de la Administración Pública por expediente disciplinario.

• Titulaciones requeridas:

  • FP de Grado Superior en rama agraria, hostelería y turismo o industrias alimentarias.

  • Diplomatura, Grado o Licenciatura en Biología, Ciencias Agrarias, Tecnología de los Alimentos o Ciencias Medioambientales.

• En caso de titulaciones extranjeras, homologación o declaración de equivalencia.

3. Proceso de Selección

• Valoración de méritos:

  • Experiencia en agroalimentación (hasta 15 puntos).

  • Experiencia en diseño y elaboración de alimentos innovadores (hasta 25 puntos).

  • Experiencia investigadora en cultivos y aprovechamiento de residuos agrícolas (hasta 10 puntos).

  • Entrevista personal para evaluar iniciativa, versatilidad y trabajo en equipo (hasta 20 puntos).

• La Comisión podrá entrevistar a los candidatos y realizar una evaluación final.

4. Presentación de Solicitudes

• Plazo: 15 días naturales desde la publicación en el Boletín Oficial de La Rioja.

• Vía de presentación:

  • Registro Electrónico de la Universidad de La Rioja.

  • Instancia General en la Sede Electrónica de la UR.

• Documentación requerida:

  • DNI o pasaporte.

  • Título académico.

  • Currículum vitae y documentos acreditativos de los méritos.

Más información en la página web de la Universidad de La Rioja

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Puesto de Técnico de Laboratorio - Universidad Nebrija (Madrid)

 Puesto de Técnico de Laboratorio - Universidad Nebrija

Institución: Universidad Nebrija
Contacto: narias@nebrija.es

Descripción del Trabajo
Se busca un técnico de laboratorio especializado en cultivos celulares, biología y bioquímica molecular para trabajar en el desarrollo de terapias no invasivas y bioingeniería enfocadas en enfermedades asociadas al envejecimiento y la neurodegeneración. El puesto combina gestión de laboratorios de cultivos celulares con trabajo experimental en modelos animales y análisis histológicos.

El candidato seleccionado tendrá acceso a tecnología avanzada y podrá ampliar sus habilidades en bioingeniería, además de contar con oportunidades para networking, conferencias y solicitudes de becas.

Requisitos y Experiencia

Criterios esenciales

• Grado en ciencias de la salud o FP en técnico de laboratorio.
• Experiencia en genotipado y manejo de colonias de modelos animales transgénicos.
• Conocimientos en qPCR, diseño de primers, e inmunohistoquímica (ELISA, Western blot, etc.).
• Experiencia en cultivos celulares primarios y líneas inmortalizadas.
• Capacidad para planificar, organizar y priorizar el trabajo, con atención al detalle.
• Habilidad para trabajar en equipo en un entorno académico y asumir responsabilidad individual.

Criterios deseables

• Licencia A-C para trabajo con animales en España.
• Experiencia con modelos neurodegenerativos in vivo y en estudios de conducta animal.
• Conocimientos en secuenciación y trabajo con cultivos 3D in vitro.
• Experiencia con microscopía y software de cuantificación de imágenes (Fiji o similar).
• Experiencia en análisis estadístico y metaanálisis, y en presentación de resultados en congresos.

Información Adicional
Para más detalles, contactar a narias@nebrija.es.

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Oferta de bata interesante para trabajar en biomedicina en Granada

 Procedencia:

• Institución: Centro de Investigación Biomédica - Universidad de Granada
• Contacto: pabloranearobles@ugr.es

Descripción del Puesto

Se busca candidato/a para un puesto de ayudante de investigación (técnico) en el marco de la línea de investigación "Peroxisomas y homeostasis metabólica" bajo la dirección del Dr. Pablo Ranea-Robles, en el Centro de Investigación Biomédica de la Universidad de Granada.

Proyecto

El laboratorio del Dr. Ranea-Robles investiga el papel de los peroxisomas en la homeostasis metabólica, una función aún poco explorada a pesar de su posible impacto en la salud metabólica. El trabajo se realiza tanto in vitro (células) como in vivo (ratones), modulando la función peroxisomal para estudiar su efecto en la homeostasis metabólica. Se emplearán técnicas de biología molecular, biología celular, bioquímica y fisiología. El grupo cuenta con colaboraciones locales, nacionales e internacionales, ampliando la red de contactos del candidato/a.

Detalles del Contrato

• Duración: Contrato indefinido (37.5 horas semanales), asociado a proyectos financiados. Los primeros 6 meses serán de prueba, conforme a la normativa de la Universidad de Granada.
• Inicio: Febrero/Marzo de 2025
• Lugar de trabajo: Centro de Investigación Biomédica - Universidad de Granada
• Sueldo: Según la normativa de la UGR, basado en la titulación:
  • Graduado/a: 1,670-1,815 euros brutos mensuales (excluida la cuota patronal)
  • FP Superior: 1,500-1,600 euros brutos mensuales (excluida la cuota patronal)

Requisitos

• Título de Grado o FP de grado superior en biosanitaria (Laboratorio, Anatomía Patológica, Biología, Biomedicina, Farmacia, Bioquímica, Biotecnología o Nutrición).

Se Valorará Positivamente:

• Experiencia en técnicas básicas de biología molecular y celular (cultivos celulares)
• Experiencia en gestión de laboratorio (preparación de reactivos, compras, tareas administrativas)
• Dominio del inglés (hablado y escrito)
• Motivación para la investigación y capacidad de trabajo en equipo
• Disponibilidad para trabajar con ratones (se valora la titulación FELASA)
• Interés en realizar una tesis doctoral y solicitar contratos predoctorales (FPU, Junta de Andalucía)

Para Más Información

• Perbiomet Lab - Sitio web

Proceso de Solicitud

Las personas interesadas deben contactar al Dr. Pablo Ranea-Robles (pabloranearobles@ugr.es) enviando:

1. Carta de presentación (máximo 1 página) explicando la motivación para el puesto.
2. CV completo (máximo 4 páginas), indicando la nota media del expediente académico en caso de graduados/as.

Tras una primera ronda de entrevistas, se solicitarán referencias de experiencias previas (al menos un contacto).

Fecha Límite para Expresar Interés: 29 de noviembre de 2024

Información adicional sobre la oferta:

• Perbiomet Lab - Sitio web
• Puesto en JobRxiv

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Animal keeper en el departamento de biología evolutiva en la Universidad de Viena

 At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Around 2,900 employees support top international research and teaching with their administrative and technical skills. With us, they find space for their continuous demand to find and design innovative solutions. Do you want that too? We are looking for a

 

Animal keeper (sen)

50 Faculty of Life Sciences

Occupation from: July 15, 2024 | Hourly rate: 40.00 | Classification KV: §54 VwGr. II b

Limitation until: 

Job ID: 2599

Because we employ people who want to do something meaningful for society with their work. In a place where exchange is successful, with the necessary freedom, professionalism and high self-expectations.

Your personal sphere of influence:

The Department of Evolutionary Biology (University of Biology Building of the Faculty of Life Sciences of the University of Vienna, Djerassiplatz 1, 1030 Vienna) is advertising the position of an animal keeper. We offer you an interesting and varied work environment, good training opportunities, a creative working atmosphere in a committed team and an adequate starting salary.

 

The position is initially limited to 1 year, but a permanent contract is possible.

This is what you do specifically:

Your responsibilities include the breeding, care, supervision, maintenance and colony census of mammals (rodents, tenrecs, opossums, etc.), and assistance in research projects in the field of reproductive biology of the Pavlicev group. In addition, assistance with primates, fish and insects (feeder animals) is expected in the Shared Service Facility Animal Care.

 

 Your area of ​​responsibility includes carrying out measures to maintain animal health and hygiene, observing and checking the animals to record their behavior and state of health, detecting and preventing diseases, procuring, storing, preparing and administering feed, maintaining (cleaning) animal accommodation and enrichment, assisting with veterinary activities, and supervising interns.

This is part of your profile:

 

• Your training should include completed animal care training (or equivalent) and ideally be accompanied by practical experience.
• You should be fluent in written and spoken English, as we have a high proportion of international employees and students.
• In addition, we expect our new employee to be responsible, accurate, reliable, punctual, a team player, conscientious, have good communication skills and be flexible.
• Use Office (Excel, Word) to keep animal records

This is what we offer you:

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are part of a diverse, committed team with a university background in a relaxed working environment.

Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is easily accessible by public transport.

Internal training: We continually offer you the opportunity to deepen your skills. Choose from a comprehensive, free range of options.

Fair salary: The basic salary according to the collective agreement €2,320.90 (40 hours/gross) increases if we can take professional experience into account.

Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional personality in the team!

 

It’s so easy to apply:

•  With CV and short cover letter

• 2-3 reference letters

 

 

If you have any questions regarding the content, please contact:

Elisabeth Rauscher

elisabeth.rauscher@univie.ac.at

 

 

We are looking forward to welcoming new people to our team! 
The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and values ​​equal opportunities, the advancement of women  and diversity . We aim to increase the proportion of women in academic and general university staff, particularly in management positions, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. If qualifications are equal, women will be given priority.

 

University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365.

 

Data protection

Application deadline:  26.07.2024

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6 plazas de prácticas remuneradas para este verano en el CIC biomaGUNE (Euskadi)

 📣 #Summer Research Program 2024!

✅ 6 internship #positions 

✅ 8 weeks

✅ Any nationality

🗓️ Deadline 2024-03-11

The Center for Cooperative Research in Biomaterials (CIC biomaGUNE) launches the 2024 Summer Research Program, to provide undergraduate students the opportunity to have an insight into the institute’s research activities and to conduct research within an international scientific environment.

Under the supervision of a group leader or a senior member of a research group, students will carry out a short research project, in addition to receiving training. During their stay, students will have access to suitable laboratory space, equipment, and research supplies. They will work alongside pre- and post-doctoral researchers and receive training at the highest levels, also by participating to CIC biomaGUNE seminars.

A maximum of 6 internship positions will be awarded in 2024.

The program runs for a total of 8 weeks during the months of June, July, and August (starting on the 1st of the month) The call is open to undergraduate students of any nationality.

👉More info https://bit.ly/48dJ0fD

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Oferta de técnico de laboratorio en Granada, España

The Gómez-Díaz Lab is seeking a technician who is interested on working in the research projects of the team focused on malaria. More información about us: https://gomezdiazlab.wordpress.com/

Skills that we will value:

- Experience in cell culture in BSL2/3 conditions.

- Experience in DNA and RNA work

- NGS library preparation

- Good organisational skills

- Your motivation, dynamism and willingness to learn

Specific Duties:

- Maintenance of parasite cell cultures

- Basic molecular and cellular biology techniques

- Laboratory material supplies, stocks maintenance

Conditions:

- Duration: Until project finalisation

- Starting date: October 2023

- Contract: Full time

- Salary Range: According to CSIC salary scales, will depend on the level of

experience

If you are interested and/or have further questions, please send your CV and/or your query to elena.gomez@csic.es. The selection will be based on a remote interview.

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Oferta para un técnico de investigación en un proyecto de evolución experimental con ácaros

Oferta compartida por Nuria

The University of Lisboa and FCiências.ID (Associação para a Investigação e Desenvolvimento de Ciências) are opening a call for of a Research Technician with a Master Degree within the scope of the project GeneticBarriers: Interactions between reproductive isolation mechanisms (Ref. 2022.03475.PTDC).

The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for the maintenance and transfer of populations of spider mites within an experimental evolution project. The work plan will involve:

• Maintenance and transfer of population of spider mites;
• Conducting experiments to estimate fitness of spider mite populations and experiments to test mating choices in spider mites;
• Growing plants to rear spider mites;
• Laboratory management, specifically ensuring orders, management of consumables and reagent stock, ensuring the maintenance of laboratory..

Applications can be submitted by candidates of any nationality a master degree (MSc) in Biological Sciences or equivalent areas.

Skills and competences

• Demonstrated experience in the maintenance of laboratory populations or behavioural assays (required)
• Research experience in laboratory (preferred)
• Professional experience in laboratory management (preferred)
• Experience with spider mites or similar systems (preferred)
• Experience in maintaining plants (preferred) 

The candidate should be able to work well within a team and have excellent English and communication skills.

Application formalization
Applications will be submitted online, through the electronic platform of FCiências.ID.
The following documents are required in a digital form (PDF format):

• Curriculum vitae;
• Motivation Letter (including a brief description of research experience and why the candidate is suitable for the announced position);
• Qualification Certificates;
• Other relevant documentation

The application period is from 29th May until 27th June 2023.
Expected starting date: 1st September 2023.

Complete description of the job offer: https://www.euraxess.pt/jobs/111424
For queries, please contact Inês Fragata (irfragata@ciencias.ulisboa.pt) and Alex Blanckaert (apblanckaert@ciencias.ulisboa.pt)

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Conviértete en técnico de apoyo en el laboratorio de genómica del Centro Balear de Biodiversidad

Oferta compartida por Nuria

Genomics laboratory support technician (3 year position) 

**** This is a preliminary announcement ahead of its official publication on June 15, 2023. Some details regarding minimum qualifications and required experience might change****

We are looking for a person with experience in a genomics laboratory (minimum 2 years) to work under the supervision of the head of the genomics unit. The successful candidate must be organised, motivated, curious and eager to learn.

The tasks

• Applying, within the framework of an established protocol, the techniques for the preparation, characterisation and sequencing of nucleic acids; 
• Performing routine molecular biology experiments (nucleic acid extractions, high molecular weight DNA extractions, PCR, multiplex PCR, quality control of nucleic acids, construction of DNA/RNA libraries for high-throughput sequencing); 
• Compilation and management of the results of experiments; 
• Participation in the technical training of other users; 
• Scientific and technical support to users of the Centre;
• Participation in the purchase of material, maintenance and management of the laboratory; 
• Carrying out systematic checks and adjustments of equipment; 
• Ensuring the application of health and safety regulations.

The team 

The Balearic Biodiversity Centre (www.centrebaleardebiodiversitat.uib.es), at the University of the Balearic Islands gathers a team of researchers, technical staff, facilities and equipment whose motivation is the generation of knowledge about the rich natural environment of the Balearic archipelago and its biodiversity, the conservation of reference natural history collections and associated data. The CBB consists of four units: the Genomics Unit, the Natural History Collections Unit, the Data Management Unit and the Training and Outreach Unit. The person recruited will join the Genomics Unit but is expected to contribute to the establishment and development of the CBB as a reference in biodiversity studies, offering multidisciplinary services to the scientific community at regional and national level and being a strong partner in international initiatives.

Qualification requirements and competences

• Degree in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry or similar
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of techniques frequently used in the Centre (DNA/RNA extractions, PCR, quality control of nucleic acids, construction of DNA/RNA libraries).
• Organisational skills and curiosity.
• Ability to adapt an experimental protocol or equipment procedure manual according to the needs of the moment.
• Ability to convey knowledge orally and in writing.
• Open personality and ability to interact and communicate effectively with the team.
• Spanish/Catalan and a sufficient level of English to communicate effortlessly and to understand and write protocols.
• At least 2 years of laboratory work experience is required.
• A Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or a similar field will be positively considered.
• Experience as a scientific-technical service to R+D+i groups and/or genetics or genomics laboratories will be a plus, especially previous work with high-throughput sequencing equipment.

We offer

• This position is funded by the HiTech Platform - Institute for Computational Applications and Community Code - Biodiversity (IAC3-BIO) at the University of the Balearic Islands.
• Full monthly remuneration 2.018,66 € (gross salary).
• An academically stimulating environment. A friendly and inclusive workplace.
• A good work-life balance and access to Spanish excellent public services and welfare schemes, including free and accessible education and healthcare.

How to apply
The formal application will be announced on the June 15, 2023 through the UIB website
https://investigacio.uib.es/Contractacio/Convocatories-vigents/ and opened for about 10 days. You will be required to include a CV with a complete list of education, positions, teaching experience, administrative experience, project acquisition and coordination experience, other qualifying activities and a complete list of publications. A Selection Committee will only evaluate candidates who formally registered the application.
Do not hesitate to contact centre.biodiversitat@uib.es if you need help with this process or for any informal request.
Short-listed candidates will be interviewed. We may also request two references (name, relationship to candidate, e-mail, and phone number).
Starting date: from September 1, 2023.
All documents must be in English, Spanish or Catalan.

The University of the Balearic Islands
The University of the Balearic Islands invites you to work and research in a privileged backdrop, where the tranquility, wellbeing and joy of the Mediterranean come together in perfect harmony with a work-oriented environment designed to educate, generate knowledge and innovate, alongside a commitment to excellence in research and teaching. The university campus is located in the municipality of Palma, on the outskirts of the city. It is an avant-garde university with more than 40 years of history that has achieved the first positions in the teaching and research rankings. It has more than 16,000 students and nearly 1,700 professors and researchers who create a pleasant atmosphere in tune with an offer of leisure, healthy living and constant learning. The campus enjoys excellent transport links and houses all the necessary facilities and services for university life. Our vast experience offers you the opportunity to relish multilingual learning in a culturally rich and diverse setting. The UIB is a cutting-edge university for teaching and research. It has deep roots in the region and is committed to society, showing values that honor humanity with an ever-increasing international calling.

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Técnico de laboratorio para secuenciar muestras de ADN ambiental

Oferta compartida por Cristina

Lab technician (60–100%) with experience in molecular techniques (metabarcoding) in the field of ecology (position for 4–6 months)

You will be responsible and main executive for molecular tasks such as DNA extraction, application of PCR, amplicon sequencing, library preparation for next generation sequencing and beads cleanup within a well-defined project. The project encompasses library preparation and metabarcode sequencing of eDNA samples collected from rivers. You should also be willing to take over some general responsibilities of a shared molecular lab, such as biosafety, organization and data management.

To qualify for this position you have an education as a biology laboratory technician (Laborant/in Fachrichtung Biologie EFZ) or comparable qualifications. You have strong practical experience with metabarcoding techniques and are ideally familiar with working in a clean lab. Prior knowledge of the Illumina platform is an asset. You will be working in an international research environment, hence the ability to communicate and write in English and German is fundamental. You have a high degree of independence, and the ability to identify and solve problems autonomously. You have excellent skills in time management, are detail-oriented, and are a fast learner. You are organized, take care in recording data and documenting processes, and can optimize repetitive tasks while maintaining a high level of consistency.

Employment will be through University of Zurich, while the work place will be in the laboratories of Eawag in Dübendorf. You will be associated to a research project led by Dr. Luca Carraro and be part of the research group of Prof. Dr. Florian Altermatt. The position offers exciting activities in national and international research projects, which require enthusiasm, independence, flexibility and team play. University of Zurich and Eawag are both committed to promoting diversity and equal opportunities for underrepresented minorities, and to support the compatibility of family and work. Applications from women are especially welcome. For more information about UZH and Eawag and our work conditions please consult staff.uzh.ch and www.eawag.ch/en/aboutus/working/employment. The Department of Aquatic Ecology is situated in Duebendorf (near Zurich).

For full consideration, please submit your application by 23 December 2022 and include a letter describing your motivation, CV, copies of your qualifications, and names and contact information of two references. Interviews are foreseen mid-January. The ideal starting date is 1 March 2022. Exact duration and level of employment of the position can be discussed. For additional information contact Dr Luca Carraro.

We look forward to receiving your application. Please send your application through this webpage, any other way of applying will not be considered. Please click on the button below. This will take you directly to the application form.

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Varios puestos: Convocatoria pública abierta para trabajar como técnico para el Gobierno de Cantabria

Oferta compartida por Cristina

Convocatorias Abiertas

Para dar cumplimiento a la legislación vigente y de acuerdo con la programación de los Recursos Humanos de la Fundación Instituto de Hidráulica Ambiental de Cantabria y con las necesidades de los proyectos programados en su Plan de Actuación, a continuación son listadas las convocatorias de trabajo activas.

El procedimiento de contratación por parte de la fundación, es un proceso transparente, abierto a toda la ciudadanía y que se realiza de modo público, por lo que éste es el único medio mediante el que se realizan dichas contrataciones.

11 plazas para técnicos o tecnólogos, auxiliares de laboratorio o de proyecto, en el marco del Programa Investigo del Servicio Cántabro de Empleo para trabajar en IHCantabria.

✏Trabajamos en proyectos de I+D+i para la gestión integrada de sistemas socio-ecológicos resilientes y 🌍 sostenibles asociados al agua 🌊. Las titulaciones y temáticas son muy variadas, así que ❗ seguro que hay una oportunidad para ti ❗ 🤞 👌

📚 Buscamos #titulados/as en 💻 #ADE, ⚖ #derecho, #ingeniería #civil, 🏖 #costas o #montes, 🗺 #geografía, 👩‍🔬#biología, #informática, 💻 #ingenieríaindustrial, #diseñoindustrial y #desarrollodeproducto, y/o #máster en #cienciasmarinas ⛵o #ambientales 🌄.


En todos los casos debes tener entre 16 y 29 años y nacionalidadespañola. 🔍 Consulta las bases, condiciones y méritos a baremar en tu CV aquí: https://bit.ly/3Uaj52t

📌 Presenta tu CV anonimo o ciego especificando tu cualificación o experiencia según los méritos
⌛ 📅 Hasta el 20/11 en oeisaacperal@cantabria.es (www.emcan.es)

Convocatoria vinculada al “Programa investigo” (Recovery and resilience plan for Spain - Financiado por European Commission – Next Generation EU)

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Diferentes oportunidades (personal técnico y postdocs) en un lab que estudia adaptación combinando ómica y comportamiento

Oferta compartida por Nuria 

Research at the Evolutionary and Functional Genomics lab focuses on understanding the genetic and molecular basis of adaptation. Towards this end, we combine -omics approaches, including DNA-seq, RNA-seq, ChIP-seq and Hi-C, with detailed molecular (e.g. in vivo enhancer assays, in vivo CRISPR/Cas9 editing) and phenotypic analyses (e.g. survival analysis, stress-response analysis), to identify and characterize adaptive mutations. More details about our research are available at http://gonzalezlab.eu and melanogaster.eu. We are located at the Institute of Evolutionary Biology (IBE), a joint institute of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and the Pompeu Fabra University (UPF) in Barcelona city. The IBE is a member of the Barcelona Biomedical Research Park (PRBB).

All positions are part of the Project TED2021-130483B-100, funded by MCIN/AEI/10.13039/501100011033 and by the European Union "NextGenerationEU"/PRTR.

Send your applications by December 9th 2022 CET for any of the offered positions. You may contact josefa.gonzalez@csic.es for further details on any of the following positions. 

Lab Technician/Manager Position

The laboratory technician will be part of a team of two postdoctoral researchers and one laboratory technician, carrying out a research project that aims to understand the molecular mechanisms underlying gene-environment associations in the context of the current global change. The team will identify and characterize gene-environment associations in Drosophila melanogaster natural populations using both bioinformatic and experimental approaches. Whole genome sequences from natural populations collected mainly in Europe, US and Africa will be available at the start of the project, while other -omics datasets will be produced during the course of the project.

The laboratory technician/manager will be responsible for general wet-lab duties, including DNA/RNA extractions, PCRs, running gels, DNA cloning, as well as fly stock maintenance. The lab technician/manager will also be involved in project management duties such as contacting vendors and placing orders, as well as management of the citizen science project, associated with the research project, including communication with teachers and policy makers, and organization of meetings and events. The laboratory technician is expected to participate in lab meetings and to help train new lab members. 

Contact josefa.gonzalez@csic.es for further details.

REQUIREMENTS

• Good organisational skills and good writing and oral communication skills are required. 
• Experience with DNA cloning is required.
• Graduate studies or PhD in Evolutionary Biology, Genetics, or similar fields is desirable. 
• Experience with directed mutagenesis experiments, CRISPR/Cas9 editing are desirable. 
• Previous knowledge on Drosophila melanogaster and transposable elements biology is desirable.

CONTRACT DURATION AND BENEFITS

• Duration: 2 years
• Starting date: The position is available immediately. Starting date is negotiable.
• Type of contract: Part time (18h 45’hours per week or 25 hours per
• week, to be discussed)
• Salary Range: Depending on experience and according to CSIC
• salary scales.
• Benefits: The candidate will join a research team that has expertise both in experimental and bioinformatics methodologies. Several projects are currently ongoing in the laboratory which allows for collaborative opportunities. The Evolutionary and Functional Genomics lab also offers extensive networking opportunities as we are co-leaders of the European Drosophila Population Genomics Consortium (https://droseu.net) that brings together 74 research labs across 28 countries, the Spanish excellence network in Adaptation Genomics (https://adaptnet.es), the CSIC LifeHub network (https://lifehub.csic.es), and we are part of the TE hub initative (http://tehub.org/).

APPLICATION PROCESS
Send your CV and a brief letter of motivation explaining qualifications and interest in the position to Dr. Josefa González at josefa.gonzalez@csic.es. Please include “Lab tech position” in your e-mail subject.

Bioinformatics Postdoctoral Position

The postdoctoral researcher will be part of a team of two postdoctoral researchers and one laboratory technician, carrying out a research project that aims to understand the molecular mechanisms underlying gene-environment associations in the context of the current global change. The team will identify and characterize gene-environment associations in Drosophila melanogaster natural populations using both bioinformatic and experimental approaches. Whole genome sequences from natural populations collected mainly in Europe, US and Africa will be available at the start of the project, while other -omics datasets will be produced during the course of the project.

The postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for:

• the bioinformatic analyses of the project including the identification of genetic variants, both SNPs and transposable element insertions, in all the genomes available; 
• ChIP-seq and RNA-seq analyses; 
• the identification of gene-environment associations across space and time (seasonal and across years); 
• the analysis of the environmental variables most relevant for adaptation; 
• and the analysis of the candidate genes identified, among other related tasks.

REQUIREMENTS

• A PhD in Evolutionary Biology, Genomics, Bioinformatics, or similar fields is required. 
•  Good programming skills, good organizational skills and good writing and oral communication skills are required.
• Experience with variant calling, whole-genome scans for population differentiation, and available tools to identify gene-environment associations, such as BayPass, are desirable.
• Experience with high-performance computing or use of clusters (SLURM) is desirable.
• Previous knowledge on Drosophila melanogaster and transposable element biology is desirable.

CONTRACT DURATION AND BENEFITS

• Duration: 2 years
• Starting date: The position is available immediately. Starting date is
• negotiable.
• Type of contract: Full time (37.5 hours per week)
• Salary Range: Depending on experience and according to CSIC
• salary scales.
• Benefits: The candidate will join a research team that has expertise both in experimental and bioinformatics methodologies. Several projects are currently ongoing in the laboratory which allows for collaborative opportunities. The Evolutionary and Functional Genomics lab also offers extensive networking opportunities as we are co-leaders of the European Drosophila Population Genomics Consortium (https://droseu.net) that brings together 74 research labs across 28 countries, the Spanish excellence network in Adaptation Genomics (https://adaptnet.es), the CSIC LifeHub network (https://lifehub.csic.es), and we are part of the TE hub initative (http://tehub.org/).

APPLICATION PROCESS
Send your CV and a brief letter of motivation explaining qualifications and interest in the position to Dr. Josefa González at josefa.gonzalez@csic.es. Please include "Bioinformatics position" in your e-mail subject.


Wet-Lab Postdoctoral Position

The postdoctoral researcher will be part of a team of two postdoctoralresearchers and one laboratory technician, carrying out a research projectthat aims to understand the molecular mechanisms underlying gene-environment associations in the context of the current global change. The team will identify and characterize gene-environment associations in Drosophila melanogaster natural populations using both bioinformatic and experimental approaches. Whole genome sequences from natural populations collected mainly in Europe, US and Africa will be available at the start of the project, while other -omics datasets will be produced during the course of the project.
The postdoctoral researcher will be in charge of generating RNA-seq
and ChIP-seq samples from natural D. melanogaster populations. The researcher will also be responsible for carrying out in vivo enhancer assays and in vivo CRISPR/Cas9 editing to test the functional role of the genetic variants identified. further details.

REQUIREMENTS

• A PhD in Evolutionary Biology, Genetics or similar fields is required.
• Experience with DNA cloning is required.
• Good organizational skills and good writing and oral communication skills are required.
• Experience with CRISPR/Cas9 editing is desirable. Previous knowledge on Drosophila melanogaster and transposable element biology is desirable.

CONTRACT DURATION AND BENEFITS

• Duration: 2 years
• Starting date: The position is available immediately. Starting date is negotiable.
• Type of contract: Full time (37.5 hours per week)
• Salary Range: Depending on experience and according to CSIC salary scales.
• Benefits: The candidate will join a research team that has expertise both in experimental and bioinformatics methodologies. Several projects are currently ongoing in the laboratory which allows for collaborative opportunities. The Evolutionary and Functional Genomics lab also offers extensive networking opportunities as we are co-leaders of the European Drosophila Population Genomics Consortium (https://droseu.net) that brings together 74 research labs across 28 countries, the Spanish excellence network in Adaptation Genomics (https://adaptnet.es), the CSIC LifeHub network (https://lifehub.csic.es), and we are part of the TE hub initative (http://tehub.org/).

APPLICATION PROCESS
Send your CV and a brief letter of motivation explaining qualifications and interest in the position to Dr. Josefa González at josefa.gonzalez@csic.es. Please include "Wet-lab postdoctoral position" in your e-mail subject.

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En la Universidad de Exeter buscan un técnico de laboratorio para trabajar con guppys

Oferta compartida por Nuria

Full-time ERC funded post as Research Technician, available from 1 December 2022 to 31 December. 2023

The post
The College wishes to recruit a Research Technician to support the work of Bonnie Fraser. The successful applicant will be integral to a quantitative genetics experiment using guppies (Poecilia reticulata); organising and monitoring fish breeding crosses, phenotyping fish, molecular laboratory techniques (e.g. DNA extraction), and day-to-day management of the lab.
The post will include:

• organising and monitoring fish breeding crosses
• phenotyping fish morphology
• routine molecular laboratory techniques

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role by clicking on the attachment.

Benefits
We offer some fantastic benefits including:

• 41 days leave per year
• numerous discounts at leading retailers
• onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme
• sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a new Fertility Treatment Policy
• stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England

Further Information
For further information please contact Bonnie Fraser, e-mail b.fraser@ex.ac.uk. You may also find more details here
The closing date for completed applications is 6 November 2022. Interviews are expected to take place on 14 November 2022.

The starting salary will be from £28,762 up to £32,348 on Grade E, depending on qualifications and experience.
This role may be subject to additional background screening.

The University of Exeter is a proud supporter of the Technician Commitment, a charter focussing on the visibility, recognition and career development of our technical staff. For further information please see our website.

The University of Exeter

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 150 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022 and QS World University Ranking 2022). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2017.

Our research income in recent years means we’re the fastest growing UK Research University with some of the world’s most influential scientists, and we seek to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today through this. 98% of our research is of international quality (2014 Research Excellence Framework). We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

With over 27,000 students and 6,400 staff from 180 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community. Reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

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Oferta para técnico de laboratorio en Madrid

Técnico NGS H12O_2022/01

Se precisa técnico de laboratorio en cualquier rama de Ciencias de la Salud o licenciado con la titulación de técnico de laboratorio

Perfil del Puesto

El candidato/a será un miembro fundamental del equipo participando tanto en el procedimiento de procesado y secuenciación de muestras y análisis de datos ómicos (genómicos, transcriptómicos y metagenómicos)

Funciones a desarrollar

Preparación de librerías para NGS (Illumina e Ion Torrent)
Procesamiento de muestras biológicas de pacientes para la extracción de ADN, ARN, proteínas y su posterior análisis con diferentes técnicas de biología molecular.
Integración y análisis de resultados de diferentes aproximaciones ómica

Caracterización de muestras mediante técnicas de biología molecular (qRT-PCR, ddPCR, NGS, WB, IHQ).
Búsqueda de aberraciones genéticas en muestras biológicas de pacientes (sangre, líquido pleural)
Marcaje y análisis de tejidos parafinados a través de la plataforma GeoMx Digital Spatial Profiler.
Realización de pedidos y otras labores de gestión del laboratorio

Se valorarán los siguientes méritos:

Experiencia investigadora en el ámbito de la secuenciación masiva y de la bioinformática con conocimientos en R aplicados a análisis de expresión diferencial, análisis de datos de NGS, manejo de Linux/Unix, así como, conocimientos en lenguajes de programación como Python.

Conocimientos avanzados de estadística.
Experiencia en integración de datos ómicos y variables clínicas.

Experiencia previa en centros de excelencia científica o centros de investigación asociados a hospitales en colaboración con equipos investigadores.

Experiencia demostrada en el procesamiento de muestras biológicas (tejidos, sangre y otro tipo de biopsias líquidas).

Experiencia en técnicas de biología molecular (extracción de ADN, ARN y proteínas, PCR, RT-qPCR, Western Blot).


Qué ofrecemos?

Participar en un proyecto de investigación orientado a encontrar nuevas estrategias terapéuticas frente al cáncer de pulmón en un equipo muy motivador con gran entusiasmo.
Remuneración económica acorde con el perfil del candidato.

Las personas interesadas deberán enviar su curriculum vitae actualizado a la siguiente dirección de correo raloam.imas12@h12o.es indicando la referencia: Técnico NGS H12O_2022/01.
El plazo finaliza el 07/07/2022.

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