Advanced Training Programme in Technology for

  • Barcelona
  • Irb Barcelona

Scientists at IRB Barcelona are supported by an extensive range of Core Facilities (CF) that provide state-of-the-art technologies and scientific services. These facilities are a key asset for our research, allowing the Institute to obtain outstanding results. They are designed to incorporate the most novel technologies available and provide them to our researchers in the shortest time possible.

Our CFs are integrated into the Catalan and Spanish research systems, which translates into agreements and collaborations with other research institutions. There is also participation in COST action (European Cooperation in Science and Technology) and in European research infrastructures (Eurobioimaging, ELIXIR), thus being part of an international research network.

Brief description of IRB´s CFs:

  • Biostatistics/ Bioinformatics : The Biostatistics/Bioinformatics Unit is a key resource for all IRB Barcelona research groups. With their advanced methodology and unparalleled expertise in analyzing complex biomedical datasets, this unit provides invaluable consultation services on experimental design, data analysis, statistical methodology and custom solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each project. By collaborating with these experts, scientists can unlock new insights into their research that would otherwise remain hidden - making it a must-have partner for any researcher looking to achieve breakthrough results. More info.
  • and microwell-based assays. Finally, the facility develops sequencing on Illumina platforms, along with primary analysis of the data. Other activities include training of personnel, access to qPCR instrument, and consulting. More info.
  • Protein Expression : The Protein Expression Core Facility (PECF) offers a variety of services to accelerate IRB research by offering the latest technologies for the cloning, expression and purification of vital protein reagents, The PECF is a well-equipped, self-contained facility offering a wide range of techniques, including many that are unavailable to the majority of standard research laboratories. With expertise in all stages of the gene-to-protein pipeline (construct design/cloning-protein expression-multiple purification process) and the choice of three expression hosts (E.coli, Sf9 insect cells via BEVs and transient gene expression in human 293-6E cells) the PECF helps IRB researchers get the expression constructs or proteins they need. More info.
  • Histopathology : The facility provides histopathological services and training opportunities to the IRB scientific community and to external public and private research centers, offering customized and cost-effective support. Facility staff highly qualified has a large experience in working with a wide variety of histological studies, ranging from routine techniques and services to the development of new approaches (special stainings, IHC, IF, ISH, multiplexing IHC/IF, tissue image analysis, etc.) in a diverse range of experimental pathology studies (mouse phenotyping, animal models of disease, drug efficacy and non-GLP toxicity studies). More info.
  • Mass Spectrometry and Proteomics : Offers IRB Barcelona researchers and external scientific community a variety of mass spectrometry-(MS) based proteomics techniques that can help to further their knowledge of disease, pathways, targets, and drug effects. The Facility is equipped with cutting-edge instrumentation and composed by a team of experts, which provide professional and specialized proteomics service and method development at the forefront of biomedical and translational research. Resources and support cover the requirements of any scientific goal that calls for the use of MS analysis, from experimental design, experimental workflows, data acquisition and data analysis to results validation,interpretation and reporting. More info.
  • Animal House Technician : Provides support in the generation of genetically modified mouse models and cell culture. Be responsible for the maintenance of different lines of transgenic mice, which include basic genotyping and phenotyping. For this service, a valid certificate to work with animals will be required.

This call is under the framework of the INVESTIGO Programme for recruitment of young job seekers to carry out research and innovation - Funded by the European Union - NextGenerationEU.

SELECTION CRITERIA

  • Not having previous labour relations with the IRB Barcelona within a period of 6 months, before the beginning of the contract.
  • Availability to join the IRB Barcelona by the 1st of September 2023.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ENTITLEMENTS :

  • Working conditions :two year contract linked to the INVESTIGO Programme, to allocate young people in search of a job in the research field, under the framework project: “Pla de Recuperació, Transformació i Resiliència”. Employed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations under a full-time contract. Employees rec