Job offer: SENIOR LAB TECHNICIAN for Pre-clinical studies of the cyclic peptide PLP-3, active against multidrug-resistant Gramnegative bacilli AGAUR PRODUCTE 2023 PROD 00134
Description
The Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) is a cutting-edge institute addressing global public health challenges through research, translation into policy and education. ISGlobal has a broad portfolio in communicable and non-communicable diseases including environmental and climate determinants, and applies a multidisciplinary scientific approach ranging from the molecular to the population level. Research is organized in five main areas, 1) Climate, Air Pollution, Nature and Urban Health; 2) Environment and health over the Lifecourse; 3) Global Viral and Bacterial infections; 4) Malaria and Neglected Parasitic Diseases; and 5) Maternal, Child and Reproductive Health. ISGlobal is accredited with the Severo Ochoa distinction, a seal of excellence of the Spanish Science Ministry.
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WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
ISGlobal is seeking a full-time SENIOR LAB TECHNICIAN who is interested in taking over and managing activities of the project “Pre-clinical studies of the cyclic peptide PLP-3, active against multidrug-resistant Gramnegative bacilli”.
The overall project goal is to continue developing the main objective of the project by carrying out pre-clinical studies of a bicyclic peptide with antibacterial activity, more specifically the ones related to in vitro studies of activity and synergies, as well as the coordination of in vivo studies.
The activities in which the SENIOR LAB TECHNICIAN will be involved related to the Project will be:
- Supervision of the study of the synergistic activity of PLP-3 with other antibiotics.
- Supervision and support of the in vitro studies to determine the bactericidal/bacteriostatic activity using lethality curves.
The tasks will be developed in the research laboratory of Dr. Jord Vila’s group at Centre Esther Koplowitz (CEK).
The activities will be carried out in the framework of the project " Pre-clinical studies of the bi-cyclic peptide PLP-3, active against multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacilli” funded by the Department of Research and Universities of the Generalitat de Catalunya (2023 PROD 00134).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The key responsibility of the candidate will be to participate in the general organization of the research group and its equipment and infrastructure, and ensure that all the research lines are correctly carried on with the techniques performed in our laboratory, providing support to all the members involved (PhD Students / Post-doctoral students / Visitors / other Lab Technicians) and to other activities within the scope and purpose of the “Pre-clinical studies of the cyclic peptide PLP-3, active against multidrug-resistant Gramnegative bacilli” project.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE /QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous laboratory experience in the microbiology field (4 years), particularly in antimicrobial resistance. Training in Molecular Biology.
SKILLS
- Candidate with initiative and proactivity
- Outstanding organizational and good teamworking skills.
- Responsible, flexible and with problem solving skills.
- Eager to learn, proactive and with great initiative
- Demonstrable adaptability and flexibility to adapt positively to change
- Previous experience in molecular microbiology
CONDITIONS
- Duration: 6 months
- Starting date:16th November 2024
- Contract: Full Time
- Salary Range: According to internal scales (Technician II A)
Applicants must fill in the request form and include the following code reference position: LabTec_AGAURProducteDrVila _Oct24, attach the CV and a Cover Letter. Each attached document must be named with the candidate name and surname.
The receipt of applications will be open until 08h November 2024.
Applications will be accepted until 17.00 CET of the closing date.
Only the applications submitted through the request form will be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The interviews could be placed during the reception candidatures period.
Diverse candidacies, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, physical abilities, and political views, are encouraged to apply.
SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process is designed in two phases:
1- Interview phase of a technical nature, with the team that requires the incorporation. To assess the person's skills and CV.
2 - Meeting with HR with the finalist(s) to finish assessing the profile and discuss contractual and institutional issues.
A Psychological Competency Evaluation Test will be required for the structural or transversal positions.
In accordance with the OTM-R principles, a gender-balanced recruitment panel is formed for every vacancy at the beginning of the process. After reviewing the content of the applications, the panel will start the interviews, with at least one technical and one administrative interview. A profile questionnaire as well as a technical exercise may be required during the process.
In ISGlobal we are committed to maintaining and developing a work environment in which the values and principles of our organization are respected and equal opportunities between women and men be promoted in each of the areas in which we operate, not tolerating discrimination based on criteria such as age, gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, functional diversity, political leanings, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
ISGlobal supports the initiative #ScienceforUkraine. Therefore, to sustain Ukraine’s presence in the European Research Area and international scholarly community, candidates from Ukraine on all levels of scholarly career are welcome: students, PhD candidates, early career researchers and senior scholars.
We confirm our commitment towards the value of the diversity of our staff and student population and seek to promote peace, equity, diversity and inclusion as essential elements in contribution to improving health worldwide.
